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Quince Definition & Meaning

quince
noun
  1. small Asian tree with pinkish flowers and pear-shaped fruit; widely cultivated
  2. aromatic acid-tasting pear-shaped fruit used in preserves

"Quince" in song lyrics

See how quince is used in real songs:

  • "How much that cost on ebay? Quince?"
    Jesse Abraham — Njoy the Intro
  • "essay on still life with quince'"
    AOL — AOL
  • "flowering quince"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "quince"

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Frequently asked questions

What does quince mean?
small Asian tree with pinkish flowers and pear-shaped fruit; widely cultivated aromatic acid-tasting pear-shaped fruit used in preserves
What part of speech is quince?
Quince is a noun.
How many definitions does quince have?
Quince has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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