Cherimoyer

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From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 [gcide]:

  Cherimoyer \Cher`i*moy"er\, n. [F. ch['e]rimolier.] (Bot.)
     1. A small downy-leaved tree ({Anona Cherimolia}), with
        fragrant flowers. It is a native of Peru.
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     2. Its delicious fruit, which is succulent, dark purple, and


        similar to the custard apple of the West Indies.
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