What does FRUIT mean?

Dictionary Entry: Fruit 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. The sweet and fleshy product of a tree or other plant that contains seed and can be eaten as food.
2. A product of a particular thing or activity.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /frut/
• UK: /fruːt/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "fruit" originated in the 12th century from the Old French word "fruit," which means "fruit, produce, profit." It was later adopted into Middle English. The word is commonly used to refer to the sweet and fleshy product of a tree or other plant that contains seed and can be eaten as food. It is also used to refer to the product of a particular thing or activity.

5. Synonyms:

• Produce
• Crop
• Harvest

6. Related Words:

• Apple
• Melon
• Peach
• Mango
• Grape

7. Example Sentences:

1. She picked an apple from the tree and took a bite of the juicy fruit.
2. The project was the fruit of years of hard work and dedication.