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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Either of two closely related fruits, both pears with apple-like traits.; The apple pear, Pyrus pyrifolia, sometimes known as the Chinese pear.
2. 2
   Either of two closely related fruits, both pears with apple-like traits.; The Chinese white pear, Pyrus × bretschneideri, originally derived from the above.

Synonyms

All synonyms

apple pear

Etymology

Blend of pear + apple.

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