peach
0 antonyms and opposites of peach, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A soft, juicy fruit with fuzzy yellow-red skin and a large single stone, grown on the Prunus persica tree.
How to use peach
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The "inform on someone" verb sense is dated British slang, rarely used today.
Etymology
The peach traveled west along the Silk Road from Persia, and its name reflects that journey — it comes ultimately from a Latin phrase meaning "Persian apple", via Old French pesche.
Full origin of peach →Frequently asked questions
What does “peach” mean?
The word “peach” means a soft, juicy fruit with fuzzy yellow-red skin and a large single stone, grown on the Prunus persica tree. In plain terms, the fruit, the soft pink-orange color, or (informally) a delightful person; as a verb in British slang, to snitch.
How do you pronounce “peach”?
“Peach” is pronounced PEECH (/ˈpiːt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “peach” in a sentence?
Here is “peach” used in a sentence: “She bit into a ripe peach, and juice ran down her chin.”
What part of speech is “peach”?
Depending on how it is used, “peach” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “peach” come from?
The word “peach” comes from Latin. The peach traveled west along the Silk Road from Persia, and its name reflects that journey — it comes ultimately from a Latin phrase meaning "Persian apple", via Old French pesche.
Is “peach” a common word?
“Peach” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “peach” have?
“Peach” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a soft, juicy fruit with fuzzy yellow-red skin and a large single stone, grown on the Prunus persica tree.
What is the difference between a peach and a nectarine?
A peach has soft, fuzzy skin, while a nectarine is a smooth-skinned relative in the same fruit family; both grow on trees of the Prunus genus and share a similar juicy flesh and large single stone. The fuzzy skin is the main feature that distinguishes a peach.
What does it mean to call someone a peach?
Informally, calling someone a peach means they are a particularly pleasing or likeable person. This usage treats the fruit's appealing qualities as a metaphor for someone's pleasant character.
What does "peach on someone" mean in British slang?
In British slang, to "peach" on someone means to inform on them, especially to the police. This is a verb use of the word distinct from its meaning as a fruit.
Is peach a color as well as a fruit?
Yes, peach also describes a pale yellowish-pink color that resembles the skin of the fruit. It is commonly used to name shades in fashion, design, and cosmetics.