persimmon
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Noun — A sweet orange fruit that is very astringent and unpleasant if eaten before it is fully ripe.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From a Powhatan (Native American) word meaning "dried fruit."
Full origin of persimmon →Frequently asked questions
What does “persimmon” mean?
The word “persimmon” means a sweet orange fruit that is very astringent and unpleasant if eaten before it is fully ripe. In plain terms, an orange fruit that tastes great when ripe but very bitter when unripe.
How do you pronounce “persimmon”?
“Persimmon” is pronounced pur-SIH-muhn (/pəɹˈsɪmən/ in IPA).
How do you use “persimmon” in a sentence?
Here is “persimmon” used in a sentence: “The persimmon was too tart to eat until it had softened for another week.”
What part of speech is “persimmon”?
“Persimmon” is a noun.