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Currant Definition & Meaning

currant
noun
  1. any of several tart red or black berries used primarily for jellies and jams
  2. any of various deciduous shrubs of the genus Ribes bearing currants
  3. small dried seedless raisin grown in the Mediterranean region and California; used in cooking

"Currant" in song lyrics

See how currant is used in real songs:

  • "hartford currant"
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  • "white currant"
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  • "golden currant"
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Usage tips for "currant"

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Frequently asked questions

What does currant mean?
any of several tart red or black berries used primarily for jellies and jams any of various deciduous shrubs of the genus Ribes bearing currants small dried seedless raisin grown in the Mediterranean region and California; used in cooking
What part of speech is currant?
Currant is a noun.
How many definitions does currant have?
Currant has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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