cherries
n. plural-only A1 Beginner US //ˈtʃɛɹiz// UK //tʃˈɛɹɪz// cher·ries
n. small, round, red fruits with a hard stone in the middle. They grow on trees and are often used in desserts or eaten fresh.
n. small, fleshy drupes of the genus Prunus, typically red or blackish in colour. Often used in culinary contexts to refer to both the fruit and the tree.
She bought a bag of fresh cherries at the market.
The baker decorated the top of the chocolate cake with several bright red cherries.
While some varieties are prized for their sweetness when eaten raw, sour cherries are more frequently utilised in preserves and pies due to their high acidity.
Usage
Usually used in the plural form when referring to the fruit as a food item.