Definition: A widely cultivated plant, Solanum lycopersicum, having edible fruit.

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! That dictionary definition is quite neat, isn’t it? Let’s break it down with a little rhyme, if you please. “ Solanum lycopersicum , that's the name you see, A plant grown widely, for you and for me!” Now, “ Solanum ” – that’s a fancy word, don’t you know? It’s a genus, a family, watch it grow! It’s related to potatoes and eggplants too, you see. And " lycopersicum " – that’s the specific kind, Of fruit we love, delightfully designed! “Edible fruit” just means it's good to eat, A tasty treat, oh so sweet! So, "tomatoes" are fruits from a plant called Solanum lycopersicum , and they’re perfect for salads or sauces, it would seem. Do you have any questions about this little botanical scheme?