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Meaning of pineapple
A tropical plant with tough, waxy leaves and a large, edible, multiple fruit.
Etymology of pineapple
The word "pineapple" has its roots in the 17th-century English term "pine of the Indies", which was used to describe the fruit's resemblance to a pine cone, with "apple" added to signify it was a fruit.
The term "pineapple" was first used in the 1660s to describe the fruit, which was brought back to Europe by explorers and became a popular exotic fruit.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A tropical plant with tough, waxy leaves and a large, edible, multiple fruit, which is a multiple accessory fruit formed by the fusion of the fruitlets of a spike, typically sweet and juicy, with a tough, prickly rind.
- The fruit of this plant, which is widely cultivated and eaten fresh or used in cooking and preserves.
Usage Examples
- The pineapple is a popular fruit in many parts of the world, and is often eaten fresh or used in desserts and savory dishes.
- The tough, prickly rind of the pineapple makes it difficult to prepare, but the sweet and juicy flesh inside is well worth the effort.
- Pineapples are a good source of vitamin C and manganese, making them a healthy addition to a balanced diet.