Meaning of the word pawpaw in English

What does pawpaw mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pawpaw

US /ˈpɑː.pɑː/
UK /ˈpɔː.pɔː/
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Noun

1.

a small tree (Asimina triloba) of the Annonaceae family, native to eastern North America, that produces large, yellowish-green, edible fruit

Example:
The pawpaw tree is known for its unique tropical-like fruit.
We harvested several ripe pawpaws from the orchard.
2.

a papaya

Example:
In some regions, people refer to papaya as pawpaw.
She made a delicious fruit salad with fresh pawpaw.