1. Plural of mesquite; thorny shrubs or trees of the legume family, native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, bearing edible pods used for food and fuel.
Usage: Often spelled 'mesquites' in modern usage; 'mezquits' is an alternative or archaic spelling.; Commonly found in arid and semi-arid regions.

Examples

• The mezquits dotted the desert landscape, providing shade and food for wildlife.
• Ranchers used mezquits as a source of firewood during the dry season.
• The sweet pods of mezquits were ground into flour by indigenous peoples.
• Mezquits are highly drought-resistant and thrive in harsh climates.
• The thorny branches of mezquits made them useful as natural fencing.