Mesquite
/mˈɛˌskit/
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Definition
(noun) Any of several deciduous trees of the genus Prosopis found in America, and used as forage, which have long, beige seed and bean pods which may be dried and ground into a sweet, nutty flour.
Sentence Examples
The mesquite tree is native to Texas.
We used mesquite wood for the barbecue.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The chef used dried ____ wood to smoke the meat, giving it a distinctive and highly delicious smoky flavor.