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Definition of 'akee'

Noun

  1. widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its fragrant flowers and colorful fruits; introduced in Jamaica by William Bligh
       Synonyms: akee tree Blighia sapida
  2. red pear-shaped tropical fruit with poisonous seeds; flesh is poisonous when unripe or overripe
       Synonyms: ackee


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