morello

American

[muh-rel-oh] / məˈrɛl oʊ /

noun

plural

morellos

a variety of sour cherry having dark-colored skin and juice.
the tree bearing this fruit.

morello British

/ məˈrɛləʊ /

noun

a variety of small very dark sour cherry, Prunus cerasus austera

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Etymology

Origin of morello

First recorded in 1640–50; perhaps from Italian amarello a variety of sour cherry, confused (in English ) with Italian morello “blackish”; see origin at amarelle, morel ²

Example Sentences

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“Some people are free to choose between five-star restaurants, while others choose which dumpster will provide their next meal,” Morello said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Tom Morello asked if he could cover it; we’re still patiently waiting.

From Salon • Feb. 10, 2026

Breanna Morello, who is known for her work for InfoWars, secured a credential, even as she told the Washington Post she didn’t have plans to move to D.C.

From Slate • Oct. 24, 2025

The musical director of Black Sabbath's final performance, Tom Morello, has described putting the mammoth metal event together as an "honour".

From BBC • Jul. 17, 2025

Is Mrs. Morello secretly dating our guidance counselor?

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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