Physalis

physalis, Cape gooseberry

noun fue-ZAH-lis Rare

Origin: from Latin physalis, from Greek physalis (bladder), named for the papery husk

Usage Note

Physalis is the common German term for Cape gooseberry. Feminine: die Physalis. Sold in supermarkets wrapped in its papery husk as a dessert garnish or snack. The husk is pulled back and used as a handle.

Examples

"Eine Physalis auf dem Dessertteller sieht elegant aus."

Natural Translation

A physalis on the dessert plate looks elegant.

Literal Translation

A physalis on the dessert plate looks elegant.

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