grape

UK: ɡreɪp | US: ɡreɪp

Definition
  1. n. a small, round, typically purple or green fruit with a smooth skin, growing in clusters on vines

  2. n. the plant (genus Vitis) that produces this fruit

  3. n. a dark purple color resembling the fruit

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Etymology

The word "grape" originated from Old French grape (bunch of grapes), which likely derived from a Germanic root meaning "hook" or "bent object" (referring to the shape of grape clusters or vine tendrils). The term evolved in Middle English to specifically denote the fruit, influenced by its cultivation in wine-producing regions.

Examples
  1. She picked a ripe grape from the vine and ate it.

  2. The vineyard grows both red and white grapes for winemaking.

  3. His shirt was dyed a deep grape purple.

  4. Grapes are often used to make raisins, jelly, and juice.

  5. The children snacked on frozen grapes during the summer heat.