NYT Dictionary

PAPAW

/ˈpəpɑ/
NounPA-pawpa-paw · 2 syllablesGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Alternative form of pawpaw.

Etymology

Origin: Spanish

Via Portuguese and Spanish papaya from Lokono papáia; compare also Kari'na kapaja.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

pawpawberryebonyfruitoakorangetree

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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