Persimmon (noun)

1. A type of fruit that is round or oval in shape, has a sweet, juicy flesh and a tough outer skin.
2. A deciduous tree that produces the persimmon fruit and is native to Asia and North America.

Origin:

The word 'persimmon' comes from the powhatan native american word 'pessamin'. it was first recorded in english in the early 17th century.

Examples:

1. The persimmon was sweet and had a unique flavor.
2. The persimmon tree was tall and had bright orange fruit.
3. She ate a ripe persimmon and enjoyed the juicy flesh.
4. He harvested the persimmons from the tree in his backyard.
5. The persimmon was used to make a dessert that was enjoyed by everyone.