Anan

/ɑːˈnɑːn/ noun

Definition

A pineapple or pineapple plant, particularly as named in Caribbean or tropical regions.

Etymology

From Tupi (indigenous Brazilian language) nana, the original word for pineapple brought to Europe by Spanish explorers in the 16th century.

Kelly Says

The word 'anan' traveled from the Caribbean all the way to Europe on colonial ships—the fruit and its many names show how languages mix when people explore the world!

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