Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
currant
noun
/ˈkɜːrənt/
Definition
A small, sweet, dried fruit made from seedless grapes, often used in baking and cooking.
Examples
- She added currants to the bread dough for extra flavor.
- Currants are commonly found in scones and fruit cakes.
- During the holidays, they prepared a pudding with currants and spices.
Meaning
Currants are tiny berries that are often dried and used as a flavoring or ingredient in various dishes.
Synonyms
- raisin
- berry
- sultana
