Granny Smith

noun

: a tart green apple of Australian origin

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For example, Granny Smith is great for baking due to its tartness, while Fuji is excellent for snacking because of its sweetness. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025 Some varieties like Red Delicious, Granny Smith, and Fuji deliver more health benefits than others.12 1. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 22 Sep. 2025 With water, the apple note shifts to Granny Smith, along with Sweet Tarts and honey graham cookies. Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 Unable to find his favorite variety, Johnson sometimes opts for another traditional choice, the Granny Smith. Mark Dent, HubSpot, 12 Sep. 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 7 Oct. 2025.

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