Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leechee
noun
/ˈliːtʃi/
Definition
A tropical fruit known for its sweet, fragrant flesh and distinctive rough red shell.
Examples
- The leechee tree flourishes in warm climates.
- After peeling the leechee, the essence of its sweet aroma flooded the room.
- We enjoyed a refreshing leechee drink on a hot summer day.
Meaning
Leechee refers to both the fruit itself and the tree that bears it. The fruit is commonly eaten fresh and known for its juicy, translucent white flesh.
Synonyms
- Lychee
- Chinese lychee
- All season lychee
