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Fruit
01
something we can eat that grows on trees, plants, or bushes
What is a "fruit"?
Fruit refers to edible parts of plants that grow on trees, bushes, or vines and are typically sweet or sour in taste. Examples include apples, oranges, strawberries, and bananas. Fruits are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them an essential part of a healthy diet. They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, and can be enjoyed fresh, dried, or used in cooking and baking to add flavor and nutritional value to dishes.
Examples
For a refreshing summer treat, try blending frozen fruit, like bananas and berries, into a creamy smoothie.
He made a smoothie with a blend of frozen fruits.
02
an amount of a product
03
the consequence of some effort or action
04
a homosexual person, often with negative connotations.
Culturally sensitive
Disapproving
InformalExamples
He was called a " fruit " at school, which made him feel alienated and hurt.
He was insulted when someone called him a fruit in school.
Lexical Tree
fruitage
fruitful
fruitless
fruit
