greengage plum
Definition
Noun: A specific variety of plum (Prunus domestica) characterized by its sweet flavor and green or greenish-yellow skin when ripe, even at full maturity.
Usage
The term "greengage plum" is used to identify this particular fruit. It is a countable noun. * The recipe specifically calls for greengage plums to achieve the correct flavor and color. * She compared the taste of a greengage plum to that of a regular purple plum.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often shortened informally to "greengage".
- The greengage is considered one of the finest dessert plums.
Variants and Related Words
- Greengage (n.): The common shortened form of "greengage plum".
- Reine-Claude (n.): The original French name for this plum variety, still used in some contexts.
Synonyms
- Green plum (This is a more general descriptive term that may refer to other unripe or green-skinned plums, not exclusively the greengage variety).
Notes on Meaning
- The defining characteristic is its green skin at ripeness, unlike most plum varieties which turn red, purple, or blue.
- It is prized for its exceptional sweetness and rich, honeyed flavor.
Noun
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sweet green or greenish-yellow variety of plum
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