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pear hawthorn

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun pear hawthorn has 1 sense
  1. blackthorn, pear haw, pear hawthorn, Crataegus calpodendron, Crataegus tomentosa - erect and almost thornless American hawthorn with somewhat pear-shaped berries
    --1 is a kind of hawthorn, haw
    --1 is a member of Crataegus, genus Crataegus

Definitions from the Web

Pear Hawthorn

Description

Pear Hawthorn refers to a type of fruit-bearing tree in the Rosaceae family that is native to Asia. It is commonly known for its small, round fruit that resembles a pear and has a slightly sweet and tangy taste.

Parts of Speech

Noun: The fruit-bearing tree or its fruit.

Senses

Sense 1: The tree or shrub (Crataegus pinnatifida) that bears pear-shaped fruits resembling small, red apples.

Sense 2: The edible fruit of the pear hawthorn tree, resembling a small pear with a sweet and tangy flavor.

Usages

Popular Usage: Pear hawthorn fruits are often used in traditional Asian cuisine for making juices, jams, and desserts.

Local Usage: In certain regions, the pear hawthorn tree is also valued for its ornamental qualities and is planted in parks and gardens for its beautiful blossoms.

Sample Sentences

Noun: The pear hawthorn tree in our backyard always bears an abundant crop of delicious fruits.

Noun: The pear hawthorn I bought from the market was perfectly ripe and had a delightful taste.

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