CEFR C2

barbados-gooseberry vine

noun

Meaning

A climbing cactus native to tropical America, known for its edible, acidic fruits and sharp spines.

Examples

The barbados-gooseberry vine produces small, yellow-orange fruits that are often used in jams and jellies.
Because the barbados-gooseberry vine is highly invasive in some regions, it is often restricted by local agricultural departments.

Synonyms: leaf cactus, pereskia

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barbados-gooseberry vine (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /bɑːrˈbeɪdɒs ˈɡʊzbɛri vaɪn/

Definition

A climbing cactus native to tropical America, known for its edible, acidic fruits and sharp spines.

Examples

The barbados-gooseberry vine produces small, yellow-orange fruits that are often used in jams and jellies.
Because the barbados-gooseberry vine is highly invasive in some regions, it is often restricted by local agricultural departments.

How to Use barbados-gooseberry vine

barbados-gooseberry vine (collocation): The specific name of the plant. — "The barbados-gooseberry vine is often grown as a hedge in tropical climates."

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