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medronha

[mə-ˈdɾõ-ɲə]
nounfemininepl: medronhas
strawberry tree berry; medlar
1. The fruit of the strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo), a small round berry that is orange-red when ripe, with a bumpy texture
The medronha has a unique flavor that is slightly astringent and sweet
A medronha tem um sabor único que é ligeiramente adstringente e doce
2. In some regions, a type of brandy or liqueur made from strawberry tree berries
They served us a glass of medronha after dinner
Serviram-nos um copo de medronha após o jantar
Synonyms
fruto do medronheironêspera

Regional Variations

Portugal
medronha
Common term for the strawberry tree berry, especially in central and southern regions
Brazil
medronha
Less commonly used; typically refers to the same fruit when discussing Portuguese heritage or cuisine
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