cocona
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A tropical fruit from the Amazon with a tangy taste
- noun
- Specialized
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cocona
- The cocona is often used in Amazonian cuisine for its tangy flavor.
Examples
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You can make a refreshing juice from fresh cocona during the hot season.
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Farmers in Peru grow cocona alongside other tropical fruits.
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I bought a fresh cocona at the market.
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Have you ever tried cocona before?
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In the Amazon rainforest, the cocona fruit is popular for its unique tropical taste.
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You can find cocona at local markets in South America, where it is enjoyed by many.
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For a delicious smoothie, blend ripe cocona with other fruits like banana and mango.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Cocona comes from a native South American name used in the Amazon for this small, tangy fruit. Think of it as an Amazon 'tomato', which is why the name now means that tropical fruit.
