plum
plum
noun, often attributive \ˈpləm\Definition of PLUM
1
: any of various trees and shrubs (genus Prunus) of the rose family with globular to oval smooth-skinned edible fruits that are drupes with oblong seeds; also : the fruit
2
: any of various trees with edible fruits resembling plums; also : the fruit
3
a : a raisin when used in desserts b : sugarplum
4
: something superior or very desirable; especially : something desirable given in return for a favor
5
: a dark reddish purple
— plum·like\-ˌlīk\ adjective
Examples of PLUM
- a bowl of peaches and plums
- Dried plums are also called “prunes.”
- That deal is a real plum for the contractor.
Origin of PLUM
Middle English, from Old English plūme, modification of Latin prunum plum, from Greek proumnon
First Known Use: before 12th century
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Rhymes with PLUM
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