pearmain

/ ˈpɛəˌmeɪn /

noun

1. any of several varieties of apple having a red skin

Word History and Origins

Origin of pearmain¹

C15: from Old French permain a type of pear, perhaps from Latin Parmēnsis of Parma

Example Sentences

My name's Pearmain,' he said, and he showed me the signature on a cheque. '

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It appears to be quite different from the Summer Pearmain (of the English), and is probably a seedling raised from it.

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An early bearer and very productive, very nearly equal to Benoni and Summer Pearmain, and handsomer.

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Fruit, below medium size; pearmain-shaped, regular and handsome.

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This appears to me to be identical with the Scarlet Pearmain.

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