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    Patwa headword

    Jack-fruit

    /JAK-froot/

    Noun
    Gloss
    "Fruit"
    Definition
    A massive, sweet, yellow-fleshed tropical fruit.
    Example
    "Di jack-fruit smell strong and sweet."
    Origin
    Portuguese origin.

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