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Noun ensete has 1 sense
  1. Ensete, genus Ensete - Old World tropical herbs: Abyssinian bananas
    --1 is a kind of monocot genus, liliopsid genus
    --1 is a member of Musaceae, family Musaceae, banana family
    --1 has members:
     Abyssinian banana, Ethiopian banana, Ensete ventricosum, Musa ensete

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Term: Ensete

Definition: Ensete is a genus of banana plants, commonly known as ensete or enset. They belong to the family Musaceae and are native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A large herbaceous plant with a thick, upright pseudostem and large, elongated leaves, often grown for its ornamental value.

Example Sentence: The ensete in my backyard has grown remarkably tall, adding a touch of exotic beauty to my garden.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The starchy, edible pseudostem or trunk of an ensete plant, used as a food source in certain regions.

Example Sentence: The local cuisine incorporates ensete into various dishes, from soups to stews, creating a unique and hearty flavor.

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Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to or associated with the ensete plant.

Example Sentence: The ensete leaves swayed gently in the breeze, casting a cool shadow over the garden.

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