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Anjou

American

[an-joo, ahn-zhoo] / ˈæn dʒu, ɑ̃ˈʒu /

noun

a region and former province in W France, in the Loire Valley.
a firm-fleshed green-skinned variety of pear.
a town in S Quebec, in E Canada.

Anjou British

/ ɑ̃ʒu /

noun

a former province of W France, in the Loire valley: a medieval countship from the 10th century, belonging to the English crown from 1154 until 1204; annexed by France in 1480

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In fall, that means pears — Bosc, Anjou, Bartlett — all sturdy and aromatic, the kind that hold their shape even after a gentle simmer.

From Salon • Oct. 23, 2025

Another recurring topic is the proposed marriage between her brother-in-law, the French Duke of Anjou, and Queen Elizabeth.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2023

This Anjou Blanc from Pascal Biotteau is made from chenin blanc.

From Washington Post • Feb. 17, 2022

Vegetables take center stage at Sapid, celebrated chef Alain Ducasse’s new 10th arrondissement spot focusing on sustainably-sourced, mostly plant-based cuisine using ingredients like quinoa cultivated without pesticides in the nearby Anjou region.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2021

Christopher Columbus, an Italian by birth, switched his allegiance to the duke of Anjou in France, then to the king of Portugal.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond

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