pomegranate
UK: /ˈpɒmɪɡrænɪt/ | US: /ˈpɑːmɪɡrænɪt/
n. A round fruit with a tough reddish rind, sweet red pulp, and many seeds.
n. The tree bearing this fruit, native to the Middle East.
pomegranate = pom<apple> + gran<seed> + ate<noun suffix>
- pom<apple>: From Old French "pome" (fruit, apple), derived from Latin "pōmum" (fruit).
- gran<seed>: From Latin "grānātum" (seeded), from "grānum" (grain, seed).
- ate: A noun-forming suffix in English, often indicating a fruit or derivative.
Etymology Origin:
The word "pomegranate" traces back to Latin "pōmum grānātum" (seeded apple), reflecting its resemblance to an apple filled with seeds. Medieval French adapted it as "pome grenate," later anglicized to "pomegranate." The morphemes highlight its dual identity as a fruit ("pom") and its seed-rich interior ("gran").
She sprinkled pomegranate seeds over the salad for a burst of color and flavor.
The juice of a pomegranate stains fabric easily.
Pomegranate trees thrive in warm, dry climates.
Ancient Egyptians considered pomegranates a symbol of prosperity.
The recipe calls for a tablespoon of pomegranate molasses.