cherry
- 01 A1 Beginner
n.a small, round, red or black fruit with a hard seed in the middle.
n.the small, fleshy drupe of various trees in the genus Prunus, typically characterized by a smooth skin and a central stone.
Simple“She bought a bag of fresh cherries at the market to make a pie.”
In context“The orchard produces several varieties of sweet cherries, ranging from the bright Rainier to the deep, dark Bing, all harvested by hand in early summer.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the tree that grows cherries, or the reddish-brown wood from this tree.
n.any of various trees or shrubs of the subgenus Cerasus, or the hard, fine-grained wood derived from them, valued in cabinetmaking.
Simple“The dining table is made of solid cherry and has a beautiful dark finish.”
In context“The artisan preferred working with cherry due to its warm reddish-brown patina and the ease with which it could be polished to a high sheen.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
n.a bright, deep red colour like the fruit.
n.a variable colour ranging from moderate to strong red, resembling the hue of a ripe cherry.
Simple“She wore a bright cherry dress that stood out in the crowd.”
In context“The vintage sports car was painted a vibrant cherry, reflecting the sunlight as it sped down the coastal highway.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
n.a slang word for a person's virginity.
n.a slang term referring to virginity, particularly the state of never having had sexual intercourse.
Simple“The movie is a comedy about a group of teenagers trying to lose their cherry.”
In context“The script relied heavily on crude metaphors regarding the loss of one's cherry, a common trope in early 2000s teen comedies.”
Synonyms - 05 C1 Advanced
adj.describes something that is in perfect, new condition.
adj.in pristine or mint condition; often used to describe well-maintained vintage vehicles or equipment.
Simple“He found a cherry 1965 Mustang hidden in an old garage.”
In context“The collector was thrilled to acquire a cherry example of the rare synthesizer, complete with its original manual and packaging.”