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Fruit Definition & Meaning

fruit
noun
  1. the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant
  2. an amount of a product
  3. the consequence of some effort or action; "he lived long enough to see the fruit of his policies"
verb
  1. cause to bear fruit
  2. bear fruit; "the trees fruited early this year"

"Fruit" in song lyrics

See how fruit is used in real songs:

  • "And the whole town repent, for a basket from a fruit"
    Afu-Ra f/ Gentleman — Why Cry
  • "As trees would root and began to bear to fruit"
    Akbar — Driftin' Thru Space
  • "But the message of the cross has been bearin' fruit"
    The Ambassador f/ Karan Sabir — Back Home

Usage tips for "fruit"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fruit" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fruit to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does fruit mean?
the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant an amount of a product the consequence of some effort or action; "he lived long enough to see the fruit of his policies" cause to bear fruit bear fruit; "the trees fruited early this year"
What part of speech is fruit?
Fruit is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does fruit have?
Fruit has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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