olive
UK: ˈɒlɪv | US: ˈɑːlɪv
n. 1. A small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for oil or eating.
n. 2. A grayish-green color resembling the unripe fruit.
n. 3. The evergreen tree (Olea europaea) that produces this fruit.
The word "olive" traces back to Latin oliva, derived from oleum (oil), reflecting the fruit's primary use in oil production. The suffix -ive nominalizes the term. The Latin root oleum itself originates from Greek elaíwa (olive tree), highlighting the Mediterranean cultural and agricultural significance of the plant. The word's evolution mirrors the olive's historical role in trade, cuisine, and symbolism.
She drizzled extra virgin olive oil over the salad.
The walls were painted a soothing shade of olive.
Ancient Greeks crowned athletes with olive wreaths.
The olive tree in their garden is over 200 years old.
He snacked on green olives stuffed with almonds.