medlar

[ˈmɛdlər]

medlar Definition

a fruit resembling a large brown apple, which is not edible until it has begun to decay.

Using medlar: Examples

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

• Example

  The medlar fruit is often used in making jams and jellies.

• Example

  Medlars are usually harvested after the first frost of autumn.

medlar Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for medlar

• none

Antonyms for medlar

• none

Phrases with medlar

• medlar jelly

  a sweet spread made from medlar fruit

  Example

  She served toast with medlar jelly for breakfast.

• medlar cheese

  a sweet, thick, fruit-based spread made from medlar fruit

  Example

  The medlar cheese was a popular dessert during the medieval period.

• medlar tree

  a small deciduous tree that produces medlar fruit

  Example

  The medlar tree in our garden is over 50 years old.

Origins of medlar

from Old English 'medle', meaning 'fruit'

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Summary: medlar in Brief

A 'medlar' [ˈmɛdlər] is a fruit that looks like a large brown apple and is not edible until it has begun to decay. It is often used in making jams and jellies, and is harvested after the first frost of autumn.