cherry
|cher/ry|
/ˈtʃɛri/
small red fruit
Etymology
'cherry' originates from Old Northern French, specifically the word 'cherise,' where 'cerise' meant 'cherry.'
'cherise' transformed into the Middle English word 'cherry,' and eventually became the modern English word 'cherry.'
Initially, it meant 'the fruit of the cherry tree,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, round stone fruit that is typically bright or dark red.
She picked a ripe cherry from the tree.
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Noun 2
the tree that bears cherries.
The cherry in the garden is blooming beautifully.
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Adjective 1
describing a bright red color similar to that of a ripe cherry.
She wore a cherry dress to the party.
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Last updated: 2025/03/05 07:55