fruity
|fruit-y|
B2
/ˈfruːti/
fruit-like
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fruity' originates from the word 'fruit,' which comes from the Latin word 'fructus,' meaning 'enjoyment' or 'produce.'
Historical Evolution
'fructus' transformed into the Old French word 'fruit,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fruit,' from which 'fruity' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to fruit,' but over time it evolved to include meanings like 'sweet' or 'sentimental.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the taste or smell of fruit.
The wine has a fruity aroma.
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Adjective 2
(Informal) Excessively sweet or sentimental.
The movie was a bit too fruity for my taste.
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Last updated: 2025/05/05 06:55
