Litchi (noun)

1. A small round fruit with a red, rough, inedible outer shell and a sweet, juicy white or pinkish flesh.
2. A tropical fruit that is native to China and has a sweet and juicy flesh.

Origin:

From the chinese word "li zhi".

Examples:

1. The litchi tree was grown in tropical regions.
2. The litchi is an important fruit in Chinese culture.
3. The litchi is a member of the soapberry family.
4. The litchi's outer shell is inedible and must be removed before eating.
5. The litchi is a good source of Vitamin C.