Plums
Parts of Speech:
Noun
Definitions:
- A sweet fruit with a smooth skin, juicy flesh, and a flat stone in the center.
- A dark reddish-purple color.
Pronunciations:
Origin and Usage:
The word "plum" comes from the Old English word "plūme," which means "plum." Plums are a type of fruit that grow on trees and are typically eaten fresh or used in cooking and baking. The color "plum" is named after the fruit and is often used to describe a dark reddish-purple color.
Synonyms:
- Prune
- Cherry
- Peach
- Apricot
Related Words:
- Pears
- Apples
- Mango
- Kiwi
- Peach
Example Sentences:
- The farmer harvested a basketful of ripe plums from his orchard.
- She painted her bedroom walls in a lovely shade of plum.