Definition
pepino
noun
- A small, sweet, melon-like fruit with smooth skin and edible seeds, native to South America.
Usage: Also called pepino melon or melon pear.; The fruit is typically yellow or purple when ripe.
Examples
- The pepino has a delicate, sweet flavor similar to a cantaloupe.
- She bought a ripe pepino at the farmers market.
- Pepinos are rich in vitamin C and make a refreshing snack.
- The plant produces small, oval pepino fruits throughout the growing season.
- You can eat the skin and seeds of a pepino, unlike many other melons.