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tamarillo

Canadian term  tree tomato
ta·ma·ril·lo [ tàmmə ríllō ] (plural ta·ma·ril·los)


noun  U.S. 
Definition:
 
1. fruit of Peruvian tree: a fruit that resembles a plum
2. Peruvian tree: a tree or bush that is cultivated for its tamarillos. Native to: Peruvian Andes.  Latin name Cyphomandra betacea.
[Mid-20th century. Alteration of tomatillo]
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