Lexical entry
ジロ
jiro
A type of eggplant (Solanum aethiopicum) known for its red or green fruit.
Food & DrinkPure GairaigoSource: Portuguese
Meaning
A plant of the nightshade family cultivated for its fruit, which is often used in Brazilian and African cuisines.
- scarlet eggplant
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