kiwi
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A small fruit with fuzzy brown skin and bright green flesh full of tiny black seeds.
Usage notes
"Kiwi" can also mean a flightless bird native to New Zealand, or an informal name for a person from New Zealand.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He sliced a _____ and added it to the fruit salad."
Answer: kiwi
In your own words, what does "kiwi" mean?
A small fruit with fuzzy brown skin and bright green flesh full of tiny black seeds.
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