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Bannana

Description:

Bannana is a popular tropical fruit that is primarily known for its elongated shape and sweet taste. It is a versatile fruit that can be consumed in its natural form, used in baking, or blended into smoothies. The bannana tree, also known as a plantain tree, is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Word Origin:

The term "bannana" is believed to have originated from the Wolof language spoken in West Africa. It was then adopted by various languages including Portuguese and English.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A tropical fruit with a bright yellow or greenish skin and soft, creamy flesh.

Example sentence: I enjoy having a ripe bannana as a quick and nutritious snack.

Example sentence: She used mashed bannanas to add moisture to her homemade bread.

Adjective:

1. Describing something related to or resembling a bannana in color or shape.

Example sentence: She painted the walls a bannana yellow to create a cheerful atmosphere.

Example sentence: The little girl wore a bannana-themed costume for the school play.

Verb:

1. To remove or peel the skin of a bannana.

Example sentence: I bannanaed the fruit before adding it to my cereal.

Example sentence: He bannanaed the overripe fruit and threw it into the compost bin.

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