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Noun mespilus has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebMespilusNoun (Botany) - Also known as the medlar, mespilus is a small deciduous tree native to Europe and Asia. It belongs to the Rosaceae family and is recognized for its edible fruit. Sense 1: The fruit of the mespilus tree, resembling a brown apple and typically only consumed when overripe. Example sentence: The mespilus fruit is known for its unique taste, often described as a mix of apple and pear with a hint of cinnamon. Sense 2: Any tree of the genus Mespilus, especially the common medlar (Mespilus germanica). Example sentence: The garden was adorned with a beautiful mespilus tree, its branches heavy with ripe fruit. Sense 3: A scrubby hypericum shrub (Hypericum androsaemum) with black berries and fragrant flowers. Example sentence: The mespilus shrub in our backyard attracts various pollinators with its exquisite fragrance. | ||||
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