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Meaning of quince
The primary meaning of the word "quince" refers to a fragrant golden-yellow fruit used in jams and jellies.
Etymology of quince
The word "quince" originates from the Old French "coign" or "quince", derived from the Latin "cydonia", which refers to the city of Cydonia in Crete, where the fruit was cultivated
The Latin "cydonia" is also the source of the botanical name "Cydonia oblonga" for the quince tree
Historical usage of the word dates back to the 14th century, when the fruit was introduced to Europe from Asia
Synonyms
Definitions
- A fragrant golden-yellow fruit used in jams and jellies, having a single carpel and a downy rind
- A quince tree, which is a small deciduous tree native to western Asia and southeast Europe
- A shade of yellow or pink, similar to the color of the fruit
Usage Examples
- The quince tree in our garden produces delicious fruit that we use to make homemade jam
- Quince jelly is a traditional accompaniment to cheese and crackers
- The quince fruit has a unique, fragrant aroma that is often used in perfumes and fragrances
Antonyms
bitter
sour
tasteless
odorless
flavorless
unripe
green
immature
bland
insipid
unappetizing
unpleasant
disagreeable
distasteful
disgusting
repulsive
foul
putrid
rotten
decayed
fermented
spoiled