hand fruit
The term "hand fruit" refers to fruits that are typically eaten directly from the hand without the need for utensils, such as apples and bananas.
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Definition
A2General
(common)Fruits that are typically eaten directly from the hand without the need for utensils.
Example
- Apples and bananas are popular hand fruits for quick snacks.
C1Historical
(dated)Fruits that are in top-grade condition and ready for immediate consumption without any kitchen preparation.
C1Botanical
(technical)A term sometimes used to refer to the Buddha's Hand, a type of citron with finger-like segments.
Example
- Buddha's Hand is a unique hand fruit known for its fragrant peel.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hand fruit":
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