monk fruit
Native to southern China, "monk fruit" is named after Buddhist monks who historically cultivated it. It is prized for its natural sweetness and health benefits.
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Definition
B2Botany
(scientific)A small, melon-like fruit from the vine Siraitia grosvenorii, belonging to the gourd family.
Example
- The monk fruit is a perennial vine that thrives in the subtropical climate of southern China.
B2Nutrition
(informal, health)A natural sweetener extracted from the fruit, known for being much sweeter than sugar and containing no calories.
Example
- Monk fruit sweetener is popular in keto and low-carb diets due to its zero-calorie content.
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