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Garcinia mangostana

Definition: Garcinia mangostana, commonly known as mangosteen, is a tropical fruit tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a thick purple rind and juicy white flesh, known for its sweet and tangy flavor.

Parts of Speech: Noun

Senses: 1. The tree or tropical fruit originating from Southeast Asia.
2. The thick purple rind of the fruit.
3. The juicy and sweet white flesh of the fruit.

Usage:

Sense 1:

1. The Garcinia mangostana tree requires a warm and humid climate to thrive.
2. We planted several Garcinia mangostana trees in our orchard.

Sense 2:

1. Before consuming mangosteen, carefully remove the Garcinia mangostana's rind.
2. The purple color of Garcinia mangostana's rind is visually appealing.

Sense 3:

1. The sweet and tangy taste of Garcinia mangostana makes it a popular ingredient in desserts.
2. One bite of the Garcinia mangostana's flesh and you'll be hooked on its flavor.

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