pearmain
/ (ˈpɛəˌmeɪn) /
noun
any of several varieties of apple having a red skin
Origin of pearmain
1C15: 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 RobinsIt appears to be quite different from the Summer pearmain (of the English), and is probably a seedling raised from it.
The Apple | VariousAn early bearer and very productive, very nearly equal to Benoni and Summer pearmain, and handsomer.
The Apple | VariousFruit, below medium size; pearmain-shaped, regular and handsome.
British Pomology | Robert HoggThis appears to me to be identical with the Scarlet pearmain.
British Pomology | Robert Hogg
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