ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Guava

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɡwɑːvə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Guava is a noun meaning A tropical tree or shrub of the myrtle family, Psidium guajava.

Meaning

A tropical tree or shrub of the myrtle family, Psidium guajava.

More Meanings

  1. Its yellowish tropical fruit, globular or pear-shaped with thin, yellow, green or brown skin, is often made into jams and jellies.
  2. A medium reddish-pink color, like that of guava flesh (also called guava pink).

Example Sentences

The guava […] is seldom eaten except when preserved with sirup or sugar.
CREAM CHEESE AND GUAVA JELLY SANDWICH: Spread an equal number of slices of lightly buttered white bread with guava jelly and cream cheese. Put slices together and trim the edges.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include guaver, guayaba, guayava, guavasteen, guaiacum, araca.

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