Seckel
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Seckel
An Americanism dating back to 1810–20; after surname of grower, Pennsylvania orchardist
Example Sentences
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If you like creepy literary hauntings, Chantal James' "None But the Righteous" or Emma Seckel's forthcoming "The Wild Hunt" are here for your every eerie desire.
From Salon
“Once again I think the governor stepped in,” said Karl Seckel, an Orange County water official.
From Los Angeles Times
In the center, she placed a six-inch Oasis wreath ring with viburnum berries, carnations, ilse roses, seckel pears and greenery.
From Washington Post
While buying any type of pear I could get my hands on for the photo above, I sampled my first Seckel pears of the year.
From Washington Post
Seckel and Bosc pears are firmer and can hold their shape, Zaas says.
From Washington Post
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