Granny Smith
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Granny Smith
After Maria Ann Smith (died 1870), who allegedly developed the variety in the vicinity of Sydney, Australia
Example Sentences
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Finnriver makes this sparkling semi-dry cider from high-acid organic apples, including Granny Smith and Pink Lady.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025
The five most popular apples remain Gala, Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Fuji and Honeycrisp, but new varietals, like Ambrosia, Envy and Cosmic Crisp, are gaining popularity.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2023
Flavors of peach and Granny Smith apple lead to a refreshing finish.
From Washington Post • Mar. 23, 2023
We like tart apples such as Honeycrisp, Gravenstein, or Granny Smith here.
From Salon • Dec. 3, 2022
Granny Smith called Onofre’s license plate number into headquarters, reaffirmed their prior location call, and explained they were going to move out before trouble started.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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