fruits
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/fruːts/
(fruit)
edible plant product
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fruit' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'frui(t),' where 'fructus' meant 'enjoyment, produce, or profit.'
Historical Evolution
'frui(t)' changed from the Old French word 'frui(t)' and eventually became the modern English word 'fruit'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'enjoyment or profit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the sweet and fleshy product of a plant.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the sweet and fleshy product of a tree or other plant that contains seed and can be eaten as food.
Apples, bananas, and grapes are all types of fruits.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45