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Synonyms & Similar Words
peach
plum
apricot
cherry
prune
damson
greengage
sloe
mirabelle
Medlar
quetsch
sloe berry
ugli fruit
loquat
pomegranate
persimmon
grape
fig
date
pummelo
tangerine
kumquat
orange
lemon
lime
citron
satsuma
clementine
mandarin
tangor
tangelo
pomelo
grapefruit
pummelo
ugli
aprium
pluot
plumcot
nectacot
peacotum
Meaning of Nectarine
A type of fruit that is similar to a peach but has a smooth skin.
Definitions
- A smooth-skinned variety of peach, typically having a yellow or red skin and a juicy, sweet flesh
- A type of stone fruit that is closely related to peaches and plums
Etymology of Nectarine
The word "nectarine" comes from the Latin words "nectar" meaning "drink of the gods" and the suffix "-ine" which is used to form names of fruits and other plants
The word has been used in English since the 17th century to describe a type of smooth-skinned peach
Example Uses
- The nectarine tree produced delicious fruit that was perfect for eating fresh or using in baked goods
- Nectarines are a popular choice for salads and smoothies due to their sweet flavor and smooth texture
- The farmer's market had a wide variety of nectarines, including yellow, white, and red fleshed varieties
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
apple
banana
berry
currant
grape
kiwi
mango
melon
pear
pineapple
pomegranate
raspberry
strawberry
watermelon
blueberry
blackberry
cranberry
elderberry
gooseberry
boysenberry
huckleberry
loganberry
mulberry
acai
ackee
acerola
aronia