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cherry plum

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cherry plum has 1 sense
  1. cherry plum, myrobalan, myrobalan plum, Prunus cerasifera - small Asiatic tree bearing edible red or yellow fruit; used in Europe as budding stock
    --1 is a kind of plum, plum tree

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Cherry Plum

Description:

Cherry Plum, scientifically known as Prunus cerasifera, is a small tree or shrub native to temperate regions of Asia and Europe. It belongs to the Rosaceae family and is popular for its vibrant flowers and edible fruits. The term "cherry plum" can also refer to the fruit itself, which is a cross between a cherry and a plum.

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Fruit:

The cherry plum fruit is small, round, and varies in color from yellow to deep red. It has a sweet and tart flavor, making it ideal for jams, jellies, and baked goods.

Sample sentence: I picked a handful of juicy cherry plums from the tree for a delicious fruit salad.

Noun - Tree:

The cherry plum tree is known for its beautiful spring blossoms, which range in color from white to pink. It provides an attractive addition to gardens and is often grown for ornamental purposes.

Sample sentence: The cherry plum tree in our backyard blooms with vibrant pink flowers every spring.

Adjective - Popular:

The term "cherry plum" is also used to describe something that is widely favored or well-liked.

Sample sentence: The new flavor of ice cream became a cherry plum choice among children and adults alike.

Adjective - Local:

"Cherry plum" as an adjective can pertain to something that is characteristic or exclusive to a specific locality or region.

Sample sentence: The bakery offers a variety of pastries, including a cherry plum cake that is a local specialty.

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