Bosc
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Bosc
First recorded in 1850–55; from French; shortening of Bosc beurré, “buttered Bosc,” from beurré “buttered” + French horticulturalist and botanist Louis Bosc ( 1759–1828 )
Example Sentences
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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
"For us, it's also a brand exercise," Bosc said.
From Reuters • Jul. 5, 2022
Flavors of bananas, crisp Bosc pears, toasted brioche and wild herbs are carried by fine acidity.
From Washington Post • Jul. 8, 2021
From a distance, the fruit on a 50-year-old Fuerte tree could pass for Bosc pears, their tear-shaped avocados cooked to a caramel color.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2017
Bosc and Fontan sat on the floor with their knees drawn up to their chins, and Prulliere stretched himself and yawned before going on.
From Four Short Stories By Emile Zola by Zola, Émile
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