Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sapote
noun
/səˈpoʊti/
Definition
Sapote refers to a tropical fruit native to Central America, often characterized by its sweet, creamy flesh.
Examples
- The black sapote, sometimes called ‘chocolate pudding fruit’, has a flavor reminiscent of chocolate.
- In many cultures, sapote is a popular ingredient in desserts and smoothies.
- Fresh sapote can be eaten on its own or used in fruit salads.
Meaning
The term sapote can describe various species of fruit-bearing trees that produce sweet, edible fruits, such as black sapote or white sapote.
Synonyms
- chocolate pudding fruit (for black sapote)
- white sapote
- mamey sapote
