Longan

longan fruit

noun LON-gahn Rare

Origin: from Cantonese lung ngaan 'dragon eye'

Usage Note

Longan is a small tropical fruit related to lychee, with translucent flesh and a single brown seed. It is sold in German Asian supermarkets, fresh or canned. The name derives from its resemblance to a dragon's eye. Plural: Longans.

Examples

"Longans sind mit Lychees verwandt und schmecken etwas milder und weniger blumig."

Natural Translation

Longans are related to lychees and taste somewhat milder and less floral.

Literal Translation

Longans are with lychees related and taste somewhat milder and less floral.

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