pearmain
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Definition
- Noun:
- A type of apple: A "pearmain" is any of several cultivated varieties of dessert apple characterized by red or partially red skin.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The orchard grows several antique varieties, including the pearmain.
- She selected a ripe pearmain from the fruit bowl.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in historical, horticultural, or specialty fruit contexts to denote specific heirloom apple cultivars, such as the "White Pearmain" or "American Pearmain."
Variants and Related Words
- Pearmain apple: A more descriptive full term for the fruit.
- Varietal names: Specific cultivars include "Old Pearmain", "Winter Pearmain", and "Norfolk Royal Pearmain".
Synonyms
- Apple
- Dessert apple (a general category that includes pearmains)
- Heirloom apple (a category that often includes pearmain varieties)
Notes on Meaning
- The word "pearmain" refers specifically to a group of apple varieties, not a single one. Its primary distinguishing feature is the red skin, though the flesh is typically sweet and suitable for eating fresh.
Noun
- any of several varieties of apples with red skins