shaddock

Meanings

• A type of banana, also known as a plantain.

  - "The shaddock tree bore yellow fruits that were ripe for harvest."
  - "My grandmother used to make delicious shaddock fritters, which were a popular treat at family gatherings."

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Synonyms

grapefruit , Chinese grapefruit , jabong , pampelmoes , shaddock

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Rhymes

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banana , manana , plantain

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Homophones

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1. Shaddock (en) : A type of banana or plantain.
   

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Variants

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shaddock , shaddocks

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Forms

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The shaddock comes in various forms, including the shaddock tree, shaddock fruit, and shaddock flower.

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Etymology

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The word 'shaddock' is believed to have originated from the Taino people of the Caribbean, who called the plantain tree 'shaddock'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Plantain: Plantain is a type of banana that is larger, starchier, and less sweet than the common banana. Plantains are typically cooked before eating, and they are used in various dishes, such as plantain chips, plantain fritters, and plantain porridge.

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Culture

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In Caribbean culture, the shaddock is a staple food and is used in various dishes, such as shaddock fritters, shaddock chips, and shaddock smoothies. The shaddock tree is also an important symbol in Caribbean folklore and is believed to have mystical powers.

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