raisin

noun

rai·​sin ˈrā-zᵊn 

: a grape of any of several varieties that has been dried in the sun or by artificial heat

Examples of raisin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sports nutritionist Nicole Linhares Kedia suggests iron-rich raisins in the morning for those dealing with heavy periods. —Faye Remedios, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2025

Other foods that are toxic to cats, according to Preventive Vet, include milk and dairy; onions and garlic; alcohol; chocolate; grapes, raisins and currants; caffeine; raw meat; seafood; eggs; raw dough; avocado; and bones. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025

Fluoride is also present in modern toothpaste, mouthwash, dental varnish, and some food and drinks — like raisins, potatoes, oatmeal, coffee, and black tea. —Tribune News Service, Twin Cities, 1 Apr. 2025

While those sound like classic ingredients to some, other sweets enthusiasts claim raisins have no place in the springtime treat. —Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, grape, raisin, from Latin racemus cluster of grapes or berries — more at raceme

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing raisin

• golden raisin

Rhymes for raisin

• blazon
• brazen
• hazan
• zazen
• malmaison

Kids Definition

raisin

noun

rai·​sin ˈrāz-ᵊn 

: a grape usually rich in sugar that has been dried

Geographical Definition

Raisin

geographical name

Rai·​sin ˈrā-zᵊn 

river about 115 miles (185 kilometers) long in southeastern Michigan flowing into Lake Erie