pineapple

[ˈpaɪnæpl]

pineapple Definition

  • 1a tropical fruit with a tough outer layer and sweet, juicy, yellow flesh
  • 2a symbol of welcome and hospitality

Using pineapple: Examples

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

  • Example

    I love eating fresh pineapple in the summer.

  • Example

    The piña colada is a cocktail made with pineapple juice and rum.

  • Example

    The centerpiece of the table was a carved pineapple.

  • Example

    The hotel's logo features a pineapple, which is a symbol of hospitality.

pineapple Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pineapple

Phrases with pineapple

  • pineapple upside-down cake

    a cake made by placing pineapple rings and maraschino cherries in the bottom of a cake pan, then pouring cake batter over them before baking

    Example

    My grandmother used to make the best pineapple upside-down cake.

  • pineapple express

    a weather phenomenon characterized by a strong atmospheric river that brings heavy precipitation from the tropical Pacific Ocean to the western coast of North America

    Example

    The Pineapple Express brought record rainfall to California this year.

  • an herb with fragrant leaves and edible red flowers, used in cooking and herbal medicine

    Example

    I like to use pineapple sage in my tea for its calming properties.

Origins of pineapple

from the resemblance of the fruit's appearance to that of a pine cone

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Summary: pineapple in Brief

A 'pineapple' [ˈpaɪnæpl] is a tropical fruit with a tough outer layer and sweet, juicy, yellow flesh. It is often used in cooking and drinks, such as the piña colada. The pineapple is also a symbol of welcome and hospitality, as seen in the carved centerpiece of a table or a hotel's logo.

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