Litchi \Li"tchi`\, n. (Bot.)
The fruit of a tree native to China (Nephelium Litchi). It
is nutlike, having a rough but tender shell, containing an
aromatic pulp, and a single large seed. In the dried fruit
which is exported the pulp somewhat resembles a raisin in
color and form. [Written also lichi, and lychee.]
--
lite. See -lith.
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
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