Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plum
noun
/plĘŚm/
Definition
A plum is a round or oval fruit with a smooth skin that is typically purple, red, or yellow and has a sweet flesh.
Examples
- She picked a ripe plum from the tree.
- His promotion was a plum assignment that everyone wanted.
- Plum sauce is a popular condiment in Chinese cuisine.
Meaning
The term can refer to the actual fruit or be used metaphorically to describe something desirable or excellent.
Synonyms
- prune
- fruit
- nectarine
