1. a tropical fruit with green scaly skin and sweet white flesh, native to South America

Examples

• The cherimoya has a creamy texture similar to custard.
• She bought a ripe cherimoya at the farmers market.
• Cherimoya trees grow well in warm, subtropical climates.
• The fruit’s sweet flavor reminded him of a blend of banana and pineapple.
• Many consider cherimoya one of the most delicious tropical fruits.
• The cherimoya’s bumpy green exterior hides its creamy white interior.