Damson: meaning, definitions and examples
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damson
[ หdรฆmzษn ]
fruit type
A damson is a type of small, dark purple or blue plum that is often used in cooking and preserves. It is known for its sharp taste, which makes it popular in jams, jellies, and desserts. The damson tree is a deciduous species from the genus Prunus, and it produces fruit that is typically smaller than that of standard plums. This fruit is usually harvested in late summer to early fall when it reaches optimal ripeness.
Synonyms
plum, stone fruit.
Examples of usage
- I made a delicious damson jam for the breakfast table.
- The damson tree in my garden is full of ripe fruit this year.
- He loves baking damson pie during the autumn months.
Translations
Translations of the word "damson" in other languages:
๐ต๐น ameixa preta
๐ฎ๐ณ เคกเฅเคฎเคธเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Zwetschge
๐ฎ๐ฉ plum
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะฐะผัะพะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ ลliwka
๐ฏ๐ต ใใ ใฝใณ
๐ซ๐ท prune
๐ช๐ธ ciruela
๐น๐ท ลeftali
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ค๋ฏ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏุงู ุณูู
๐จ๐ฟ ลกvestka
๐ธ๐ฐ slivka
๐จ๐ณ ๆๅญ
๐ธ๐ฎ sliva
๐ฎ๐ธ plรณmur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะปะธะฒะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ gavalฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ ciruela
Etymology
The word 'damson' is derived from the Latin term 'damascenus', which means 'of Damascus'. The fruit is thought to have originated in the region of the Mediterranean, particularly associated with the ancient city of Damascus in Syria. It has been cultivated since ancient times and was brought to Europe during the expansion of the Roman Empire. The damson became particularly popular in Britain, especially in the 15th century, where it was often used in various culinary applications and to create fortified wines. Over the centuries, the damson has been grafted into numerous varieties, enhancing its adaptability in different climates and soil types. Its distinct tart flavor has made it a favored choice for preserves and cooking, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,881, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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