Durian Definition
do͝orē-ən, -än, dyo͝or-
durians
noun
durians
The oval, spiny, edible fruit of an East Indian tree (Durio zibethinus) of the bombax family.
Webster's New World
The tree.
Webster's New World
The fruit of this plant, having a hard prickly rind and soft pulp with a strong odor.
American Heritage
Synonyms:
- durion
- Durio zibethinus
- durian tree
Other Word Forms of Durian
Noun
Singular:
durian
Plural:
duriansOrigin of Durian
Malay from duri thorn
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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