nectarine

noun

nec·​tar·​ine ˌnek-tə-ˈrēn 

: a peach with a smooth-skinned fruit that is a frequent somatic mutation of the normal peach

also : its fruit

Examples of nectarine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Richer, more concentrated Prosecco with delectable flavors of nectarine tart and apricot preserves with intense minerality and delicate bubbles that caress the palate. — Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Stone fruits such as plums, nectarines, apricots, peaches, or cherries are delicious in pies, crumbles, and cobblers. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 24 June 2026

August is a great month for stone fruits, with mid-August being the most popular time to purchase plums and yellow nectarines. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026

Aromas of raspberry and orange blossom prepare the palate for delicate flavors of cherry, nectarine, rose petal, and a soft hint of baking spice. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

obsolete nectarine, adjective, like nectar

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for nectarine

• acridine
• acrolein
• adenine
• alkylene
• aniline
• anthracene
• aquiline
• asphaltene
• atlantean
• atrazine
• butadiene
• butylene

Kids Definition

nectarine

noun

nec·​tar·​ine ˌnek-tə-ˈrēn 

: a smooth-skinned peach

also : a tree producing this fruit