pearmain

/ (ˈpɛəˌmeɪn) /


noun
  1. any of several varieties of apple having a red skin

Origin of pearmain

1
C15: from Old French permain a type of pear, perhaps from Latin Parmēnsis of Parma

Words Nearby pearmain

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How to use pearmain in a sentence

  • My name's pearmain,' he said, and he showed me the signature on a cheque. '

    My Little Sister | Elizabeth Robins
  • It appears to be quite different from the Summer pearmain (of the English), and is probably a seedling raised from it.

    The Apple | Various
  • An early bearer and very productive, very nearly equal to Benoni and Summer pearmain, and handsomer.

    The Apple | Various
  • Fruit, below medium size; pearmain-shaped, regular and handsome.

    British Pomology | Robert Hogg
  • This appears to me to be identical with the Scarlet pearmain.

    British Pomology | Robert Hogg