sloe
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/sloʊ/
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/sləʊ/
small dark fruit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sloe' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'slāh', where 'slāh' meant 'sloe berry'.
Historical Evolution
'slāh' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'sloe'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sloe berry', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, dark purple fruit of the blackthorn bush, often used in making sloe gin.
The sloe berries were ripe and ready for picking.
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Last updated: 2025/03/05 03:07