Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
damasco
noun
/dəˈmæs.koʊ/
Definition
Damasco refers to the sweet, orange-colored fruit known in English as apricot.
Examples
- The damasco tree blossoms beautifully in spring.
- He made a delicious jam from ripe damasco.
- At the market, I found fresh damascos at a great price.
Meaning
In various languages, ‘damasco’ can denote both the fruit itself and, in some contexts, the fabric known as damask, derived from a historical city.
Synonyms
- Apricot
- Prunus armeniaca