pomegranate

noun

pome·​gran·​ate ˈpä-mə-ˌgra-nət 

ˈpäm-ˌgra-nət, 

ˈpəm- 

1

: a several-celled reddish berry that is about the size of an orange with a thick leathery skin and many seeds with pulpy crimson arils of tart flavor

2

: a widely cultivated tropical Asian tree (Punica granatum of the family Lythraceae) bearing pomegranates

Illustration of pomegranate

Examples of pomegranate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Garnish with a lime wheel, a couple pomegranate seeds or even nothing at all. —Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2026

Guests can also sip on signature cocktails like the Martha-tini or the refreshing frozen pomegranate Martha-rita. —Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026

Neverland Pizzeria founder Josep Zara said he was inspired by a fresco unearthed in Pompeii in 2023 that appeared to show a focaccia-like flatbread with spices, pomegranate seeds and dates. —Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 Mar. 2026

Pomegranate Juice May Offer More Blood Pressure Benefits Due to its higher levels of potassium, pomegranate makes a better choice for those trying to manage their blood pressure. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English poumgrenet, from Anglo-French pome garnette, literally, seedy fruit

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for pomegranate

• gannet
• granite
• planet
• intranet

Kids Definition

pomegranate

noun

pome·​gran·​ate ˈpäm-(ə-)ˌgran-ət  ˈpəm-ˌgran- 

: a reddish fruit about the size of an orange that has a thick leathery skin and many seeds in a pulp of tart flavor

also : a tropical Asian tree that produces pomegranates

Etymology

Middle English poumgrenet "pomegranate," from early French pomme garnette "pomegranate," literally, "seedy fruit"; pomme from earlier pome "apple" and grenate derived from Latin granum "grain, seed" — related to garnet, grain, grenade see Word History at garnet

Medical Definition

pomegranate

noun

pome·​gran·​ate ˈpäm-(ə-)ˌgran-ət  ˈpəm-ˌgran- 

1

: a tart thick-skinned several-celled reddish berry that is about the size of an orange

2

: a widely cultivated tropical Old World tree (Punica granatum of the family Lythraceae) bearing pomegranates and having bark and roots which were formerly used in dried form as a taeniacide