pear

noun \ ˈper \

|Updated on: 12 Jun 2018

Definition of pear

1 : a pome fruit of a tree (genus Pyrus, especially P. communis) of the rose family that typically has a pale green or brownish skin, a firm juicy flesh, and an oblong shape in which a broad base end tapers upward to a narrow stem end

2 : a tree bearing pears

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Recent Examples of pear from the Web

Much of the property includes the blueberry bushes on top of a hill, some apple and pear trees, a raspberry patch, as well as fields and forests.

— peter marteka, Courant Community, "Town Purchases Development Rights Of South Glastonbury's Rose's Berry Farm," 6 June 2018
There was an equally large orchard of peach and pear trees, and a small bowling alley for the family's amusement.

— Southern Living, "WATCH: The Nation's Largest Octagonal House Is In Mississippi, And It Was Never Finished," 4 June 2018
The white wines can have a soft, round texture, delivering flavors like green apple or pear, stone fruits, minerality and a refreshing crispness.

— michael austin, chicagotribune.com, "12 Cotes du Rhone wines that offer a range of styles and values," 31 May 2018
Some of the trees and plants envisioned for the forest include navel orange, Persian lime, peach, apple, pear, plum, blueberry, fig and pomegranate varieties.

— kim chatelain, NOLA.com, "'Incredible Edible' forest takes root in Mandeville," 23 May 2018
There were also fruit platters piled high with pears, pineapples, and more for fructose and glucose, galore.

— lilah ramzi, Vogue, "Chef Laila Gohar Provides Fructose and Glucose Galore at Vogue’s Pre-Met Gala Party," 6 May 2018
Just kidding — there is no partridge in a pear tree in the box set.

— george varga, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Guns N' Roses to release 'Appetite for Destruction'' box set: Here's the full song list.," 3 May 2018
The white pear trees that were in beautiful bloom a few weeks ago were gorgeous.

— neil sperry, San Antonio Express-News, "Esperanzas is S.A. hurt by extended and repeated cold this winter," 30 Mar. 2018
Toscana is offering special dishes including Maine lobster salad with pistachio crust and citrus dressing; risotto with pear, Gorgonzola cheese and red wine reduction; and lamb chop with seasoned vegetables and balsamic reduction.

— julie giuffrida, latimes.com, "Where to eat out for Valentine's Day dinner," 5 Feb. 2018

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