passionfruit

[ pash-uhn-froot ]

noun

1. any edible fruit of a passionflower, as the maypop.

Word History and Origins

Origin of passionfruit¹

First recorded in 1745–55; passion + fruit

Example Sentences

Featuring the work of 30 L.A. photographers including Eddie Salinas, Nori Rasmussen-Martinez, Jess Cuevas, Carlos Jaramillo, Thalía Gochez and Deanna Templeton, the opening is from 6 to 10 p.m., with DJ sets by Passionfruit and Gem, followed by an after party at Soho Warehouse.

From Los Angeles Times

The citrus trees at C&S Nursery in Baldwin Hills would normally be full of passionfruit, kumquats and other fruits this time of year.

From Los Angeles Times

But the judge said that unlike the term "vanilla," the subject of many lawsuits, "nothing before the court indicates that 'mango,' 'passionfruit,' and 'açaí' are terms that typically are understood to represent a flavor without also representing that ingredient."

From Reuters

“There’s no way you’re taking life seriously if you think I’m gonna pick this vape up and vape with you at the f— Barclays Center,” the “Passionfruit” artist said as he kicked around the vape.

From Los Angeles Times

"There's a fruit, similar to passionfruit, called avichure," he said.

From BBC