NYT Dictionary

LITCHI

/ˈliːt͡ʃiː/
NounLI-tchili-tchi · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2022, 2023, 2026

Meaning

Alternative spelling of lychee.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Ultimately from Hokkien 荔枝 (lē-chi). Doublet of lichi and lychee.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

licheelitcheelichileecheelycheeberryebonyfruitoakorange

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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