Meaning & Definition of Apple in English
Apple
A round fruit of a tree of the rose family, typically with thin red or green skin and crisp flesh.
Pronunciation:
/ˈæp.əl/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
applesDetailed Definitions
Definition: The sweet, crisp fruit of the apple tree.
Example Sentence: She bit into a juicy apple.
Definition: The tree that bears apples, especially Malus domestica.
Example Sentence: The apple in the garden is blooming beautifully.
Definition: A technology company known for its electronics, software, and online services.
Example Sentence: She bought a new phone from Apple.
Definition: Used as a symbol of knowledge and temptation in various cultural contexts.
Example Sentence: The apple in the Garden of Eden symbolizes temptation.
Definition: An item in the game of Monopoly that represents a specific property.
Example Sentence: He traded his apple for cash in the game.
Etymology
Origin: Old English 'æppel,' of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'appel' and German 'Apfel'.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- apple of one's eye: A person who is cherished above others.
- bad apple: A person who has a negative influence on others.
- the apple doesn't fall far from the tree: Children often resemble their parents.
Translations
- Spanish: manzana
- French: pomme
- German: Apfel
- Russian: яблоко
Related Words
- orchard: A piece of land where fruit trees are grown.
- cider: A drink made from pressed and fermented apples.
- pome: A type of fruit that has a core and papery skin, like apples and pears.
Slang Meanings of apple
Meaning: A term used to refer to a computer or device produced by Apple Inc.
Example Sentence: I'm getting a new Apple for my birthday.
Meaning: Referring to the city of New York as the Big Apple.
Example Sentence: She moved to the Apple for a fresh start.