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forbidden fruit

 

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Noun forbidden fruit has 1 sense
  1. forbidden fruit - the original forbidden fruit was an apple from the tree of knowledge of good and evil in the Garden of Eden; it is now used to refer to anything that is tempting but dangerous (as sexuality)
    --1 is a kind of
    temptation, enticement

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Forbidden Fruit

Description:

Forbidden fruit refers to something that is forbidden, enticing, or alluring but is also associated with the concept of sin or potential negative consequences. It originates from the biblical story of Adam and Eve, where they were forbidden from eating the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil.

Possible Parts of Speech:

  • Noun
  • Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

  1. The fruit from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, symbolizing something forbidden or tempting.
  2. Example sentence: Eve couldn't resist taking a bite of the forbidden fruit, despite knowing the consequences.

  3. Anything that is enticing or alluring but comes with potential negative consequences.
  4. Example sentence: Gambling can be seen as the forbidden fruit for those who struggle with addiction.

Adjective:

  1. Characterizing something as forbidden, tempting, or alluring.
  2. Example sentence: The forbidden fruit of the political scandal attracted the attention of the media and public.

  3. Exclusively popular or enjoyed by a specific group or community.
  4. Example sentence: This local bakery has a variety of forbidden fruit pastries that are only available during the summer season.

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