medlar tree

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Noun medlar tree has 1 sense

medlar, medlar tree, Mespilus germanica - small deciduous Eurasian tree cultivated for its fruit that resemble crab apples
--₁ is a kind of fruit tree
--₁ is a member of Mespilus, genus Mespilus
--₁ has parts: medlar

Definitions from the Web

Medlar Tree

Definition: A small deciduous tree of the rose family, native to southwest Asia, producing edible fruit that resembles a large brown apple.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A tree that bears medlars, typically with gnarled branches and white flowers.

Example: The medlar tree in our backyard is laden with fruits this year.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The fruit of the medlar tree, which has a tart flavor and is used in cooking and preserving.

Example: She made a delicious medlar jam using the ripe fruits from the medlar tree.

Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to something popular or specific to a particular locality.

Example: The annual medlar festival draws large crowds to our small town.