1. A West Indian tree (Mammea americana) having glossy leaves, white fragrant flowers, and large edible drupes.
2. The fruit of this tree, having firm juicy flesh and toxic seeds. Also called mammee apple.

[Spanish, from Arawak or Taino.]

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