sour cherry

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Definition
  1. Noun (Countable):
    • A type of cherry tree (Prunus cerasus): A rather small Eurasian tree that produces red to black, tart, edible fruit.
    • The fruit of this tree: Acid cherries, typically used for cooking in pies and preserves, rather than for eating fresh.
Usage
  • The term "sour cherry" refers specifically to the species , distinguishing it from the sweeter common or wild cherry ().
  • It is used to identify both the tree and its fruit, with context usually making the meaning clear.
Examples
  • Referring to the tree:
    • We planted a sour cherry in the backyard for making jam.
    • The sour cherry is hardier than the sweet cherry tree.
  • Referring to the fruit:
    • This pie is made with sour cherries.
    • She prefers sour cherry preserves on her toast.
Advanced Usage
  • Culinary Context: "Sour cherry" is a standard term in cooking and baking recipes, specifying the type of cherry required for its characteristic tart flavor.
    • The recipe calls for two cups of pitted sour cherries.
Variants and Related Words
  • Morello cherry: A specific dark-red variety of sour cherry.
  • Montmorency cherry: A popular light-red variety of sour cherry, often used for pies.
  • Tart cherry: A common synonym for "sour cherry."
  • Prunus cerasus: The botanical Latin name for the sour cherry tree.
Synonyms
  • Tart cherry (n): A direct synonym for the fruit.
  • Pie cherry (n): Highlights its common culinary use.
Different Meanings
  • The definition mentions an "Australian tree with sour red fruit." This refers to a different species, , sometimes called the "coolamon" or "rose apple," which is not a true cherry. In most contexts, "sour cherry" refers to the Eurasian .
Noun
  1. acid cherries used for pies and preserves
  2. Australian tree with sour red fruit
  3. rather small Eurasian tree producing red to black acid edible fruit

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