Meaning & Definition of word "Cherry"
Cherry
/ˈtʃɛri/
noun:
- 1. A small, round fruit that is typically red or black and grows in clusters on trees.
- Example: She picked a cherry from the tree and ate it on the spot.
- 2. The tree that bears cherries, belonging to the genus Prunus.
- Example: The cherry blossoms were in full bloom during spring.
- 3. A deep red color resembling that of ripe cherries.
- Example: She painted her lips with a cherry lipstick.
verb:
- 1. To remove the pit from a cherry before cooking or baking.
- Example: I need to cherry the fruits before adding them to the pie.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old Northern French 'cherise', from Latin 'cerasia', from Greek 'kerasos'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cherry on top:
An additional good thing that adds to an already good situation.
life is just a bowl of cherries:
Life is full of simple pleasures.
Related Words
cherry blossom:
The flower of the cherry tree, known for its beauty.
maraschino cherry:
A bright red cherry preserved in syrup.
Slang Meanings of cherry
Meaning: A young or inexperienced person.
● Example Sentence: He's just a cherry in this business.
Meaning: Referring to someone's virginity, as in 'cherry popped'.
● Example Sentence: She lost her cherry last summer.