currant

[ˈkʌrənt]

currant Definition

• 1. a small dried fruit made from a seedless grape, originally grown in the eastern Mediterranean region
• 2. a small North American shrub of the gooseberry family, with tart edible currants

Using currant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "currant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I added some currants to the scone dough.

• Example

  Currants are often used in baking cakes and breads.

• Example

  The currant bush in my garden produces a lot of fruit every year.

currant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for currant

• raisin
• sultana
• dried grape

Phrases with currant

• black currant

  a type of currant with dark purple-black berries, used for making jams, jellies, and syrups

  Example

  Black currant is a popular flavor for candies and drinks in Europe.

• red currant

  a type of currant with bright red berries, used for making jams, jellies, and sauces

  Example

  Red currant jelly is a traditional accompaniment to roast lamb in British cuisine.

• white currant

  a type of currant with pale yellow-green berries, used for making jams and jellies

  Example

  White currants are less common than other types of currants and are often used for decorative purposes.

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Summary: currant in Brief

The term 'currant' [ˈkʌrənt] refers to two different things: a small dried fruit made from a seedless grape, and a small North American shrub of the gooseberry family that produces tart edible currants. Currants are commonly used in baking cakes and breads, and come in different varieties such as black currant, red currant, and white currant.