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fruit

fruit

 
 
pronunciation:
frut
parts of speech:
noun, intransitive verb
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part of speech: noun
inflections: fruit, fruits
definition 1: an edible plant product that has seeds and flesh, such as apple, banana, or strawberry.
Most fruits are sweet, but some, such as the avocado, are not.
 
definition 2: something that is a result or outcome.
She was pleased with the fruit of her efforts.
similar words:
offspring, outgrowth
definition 3: (offensive slang) a male homosexual.
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part of speech: intransitive verb
inflections: fruits, fruiting, fruited
definition: to bear fruit.
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Word History
Fruit comes from a Latin word that means "to have the use of" and "enjoy."
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