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paya
Plural
papayas
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an oval tropical fruit with an orange-yellow flesh containing black seeds
Papaya is a tropical fruit known for its vibrant orange flesh and smooth, buttery texture. With a subtly sweet and musky flavor, it offers a delightful combination of tropical and citrus notes. Papaya is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and enzymes that promote digestion and overall well-being. Whether enjoyed on its own, blended into smoothies, or used as a refreshing addition to salads and salsas, papaya brings a burst of tropical goodness to the table. Its versatility and health benefits make it a popular choice among fruit enthusiasts and a symbol of tropical indulgence.
- He blended papaya with coconut milk and ice to make a tropical smoothie.
- The grocery store had a display of ripe papayas near the entrance.
- She enjoyed a bowl of ripe papaya chunks for breakfast, finding them sweet and refreshing.
- They bought a whole papaya from the market and scooped out the seeds to eat the ripe flesh.
- She made a papaya salsa with diced papaya, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice to serve with grilled fish.
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tropical American shrub or small tree having huge deeply palmately cleft leaves and large oblong yellow fruit