Jujube is a fleshy, edible fruit-bearing shrub or small tree, often cultivated for its sweet-tart fruit. In addition to its botanical sense, “jujube” can refer to the fruit itself or to a candy made from or flavored with the fruit. The term also appears in historical and cultural contexts, including traditional medicine and horticulture. (2-4 sentences; 50-80 words)
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