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1. mesquite
noun. ['ˈmɛˌskiːt'] any of several small spiny trees or shrubs of the genus Prosopis having small flowers in axillary cylindrical spikes followed by large pods rich in sugar.
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Etymology
- mezquite (Spanish)
- mizquitl (Classical Nahuatl)
Rhymes with Mesquite
- parakeet
How do you pronounce mesquite?
Pronounce mesquite as ˈmɛˌskit.
US - How to pronounce mesquite in American English
UK - How to pronounce mesquite in British English
Sentences with mesquite
1. Noun, singular or mass
Both of these fine-leaf mesquite trees bloom in spring and reach maturity at 30 feet tall and wide.
2. Adjective
This mesquite tree thrives in full sun and has a high tolerance for drought.
3. Proper noun, singular
For instance, the Chilean mesquite tree in Arizona tends to thrive.
