tamarillo

[ tam-uh-ril-oh, -ree-yoh ]

noun

, plural ta·ma·ril·los.

1. the edible, plumlike fruit of a tree, Cyphomandra betacea, of the nightshade family, native to the Peruvian Andes.
2. the tree itself.

tamarillo

/ ˌtæməˈrɪləʊ /

noun

1. another name for tree tomato

Word History and Origins

Origin of tamarillo¹

1965–70; pseudo-Sp commercial name (originated in New Zealand); compare Spanish tomatillo, diminutive of tomate tomato

Example Sentences

He has recently been trying a new grafting technique to grow the tamarillo fruit; follow his account to see how he progresses.

From Salon

Camila’s complex version stuffed with lamb shank marinated in red wine includes pomegranate seeds, cinnamon, and walnuts, while Marcos’s patriotic tribute showcases Brazil nuts with South American tamarillo, or tree tomato.

From Washington Post