damson

/'dæmzən/

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Word: Damson

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A damson is a type of small, dark purple plum that comes from the damson tree. It is usually tart or slightly sweet and is often used in cooking and making jams.

Usage Instructions:

• "Damson" is primarily used as a noun to refer to the fruit itself or the tree that produces it.
• When you use "damson," it’s usually in contexts related to food, gardening, or fruit.

Example Sentence:

• "I made a delicious damson jam to spread on my toast."

Advanced Usage:

• In cooking, damsons can be used in desserts, sauces, or even savory dishes. They are especially popular in traditional recipes.
• You might also hear about "damson wine," which is wine made from damson plums.

Word Variants:

• Damson tree: The tree that produces damson plums.
• Damson jelly: A type of jelly made from damson plums.

Different Meaning:

• "Damson" specifically refers to this type of plum and does not have other meanings in English.

Synonyms:

• Plum (general term for similar fruits)
• Other varieties of plums may be considered related but are not the same as damson.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs related to "damson," but it can be used in phrases related to cooking or gardening.

Summary:

In summary, a damson is a small, dark purple plum known for its tart flavor, often used in jams and desserts.

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Noun

1. dark purple plum of the damson tree

Synonyms

• damson plum