snake fruit en · NOUN
Etymology
So named for its reddish-brown, scaly exterior, which resembles the skin of a snake.
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) A tropical fruit produced by the palm species Salacca zalacca, native to Indonesia, characterized by its reddish-brown, scale-like rind.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| snake fruits | Number=Plur | lexicographic |