Definition

Noun 1. A specific variety of grape: 'Thompson Seedless' is the name of a specific, widely cultivated cultivar of green, seedless grapes, primarily used as a table grape for eating fresh and for making raisins. It is known for its elongated shape, sweet flavor, and lack of seeds.

Usage

• The term is used as a proper noun to identify this specific grape variety. It is often capitalized.
• It functions as a countable noun when referring to individual grapes or as a mass noun when referring to the type or crop.

Examples

• "The grocery store had a fresh shipment of Thompson Seedless grapes."
• "Most raisins produced in California are made from Thompson Seedless."
• "She packed a snack of almonds and Thompson Seedless grapes."

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe products made from this grape.
  • Thompson Seedless raisins are very popular.

Variants and Related Words

• Sultana: In some regions, particularly outside North America, the 'Thompson Seedless' grape and the raisins made from it are called "sultanas."
• Seedless grape: A general category to which the Thompson Seedless belongs.

Synonyms

• Sultana (in many international contexts)

Notes

• 'Thompson Seedless' is named after William Thompson, who helped popularize this variety in California in the 19th century.
• It is distinct from other seedless grape varieties like 'Flame Seedless' (red) or 'Crimson Seedless'.

Noun

1. seedless green table grape of California