pomaceous

[ poh-mey-shuhs ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or of the nature of pomes.

pomaceous

/ pɒˈmeɪʃəs /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or bearing pomes, such as the apple, pear, and quince trees

Word History and Origins

Origin of pomaceous¹

From the New Latin word pōmāceus, dating back to 1700–10. See pome, -aceous

Word History and Origins

Origin of pomaceous¹

C18: from New Latin pōmāceus, from Latin pōmum apple

Example Sentences

The Punjabi name of the pomaceous one is Sai-oo, of the cherry or plum Aloochah.

From Project Gutenberg

At 600 feet, a curious pomaceous looking Rhamnaceous plant is found.

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Pomaceous trees, but particularly the wild olive, cover wide tracts on the heights.

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