fruit

[froot]

fruit Definition

the sweet and fleshy product of a tree or other plant that contains seed and can be eaten as food.

Using fruit: Examples

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

  • Example

    I had some fruit for breakfast.

  • Example

    The farmer's market has a wide variety of fresh fruits.

  • Example

    Apples, bananas, and oranges are common fruits.

  • Example

    She made a fruit salad for the party.

fruit Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fruit

Phrases with fruit

  • to produce positive results or benefits

    Example

    Their hard work finally bore fruit when they won the championship.

  • something that is desired but is not allowed or is considered wrong

    Example

    The temptation to eat the forbidden fruit was too strong for Adam and Eve.

  • the positive results or rewards that come from hard work or effort

    Example

    After years of studying, she finally reaped the fruits of her labor by getting her dream job.

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Summary: fruit in Brief

The term 'fruit' [froot] refers to the sweet and fleshy product of a tree or other plant that contains seed and can be eaten as food. It includes a wide variety of types, such as apples, bananas, and oranges, and can be used in phrases like 'bear fruit,' meaning to produce positive results, and 'the fruits of one's labor,' referring to the rewards of hard work.

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