Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pear
Noun
/pɛr/
Definition
A pear is a sweet, edible fruit produced by the flowering plant species in the genus Pyrus.
Examples
- She packed a pear in her lunch for a healthy snack.
- The pear tree in the backyard was laden with fruit this year.
- He enjoyed pear juice as a refreshing beverage.
Meaning
Pears are typically characterized by a rounded base that tapers upwards towards a narrower neck, and they come in various colors including green, yellow, and brown.
Synonyms
- Fruit
- Drupaceous fruit
