Granny Smith

noun

: a tart green apple of Australian origin

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In a Granny Smith-to-Honeycrisp apples comparison, the mighty Grenadier is quite compelling. Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026 The top five best-selling varieties are Gala, Red Delicious, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and Fuji. Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 24 Jan. 2026 Top rye bread with Dijon mustard, bacon slices, Granny Smith apple slices, and Brie. Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 23 Jan. 2026 Mandois Brut Origine has delicate aromas of white flowers, citrus pith, and Granny Smith apple that translate to the palate with flavors of brioche, white stone fruits, and crisp acidity in the finish. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Granny Smith

Word History

Etymology

Maria Ann Smith †1870 who cultivated it near Sydney, Australia

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Granny Smith was in 1895

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“Granny Smith.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Granny%20Smith. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.

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