apples

Definition

Apples are round fruits that usually have red, green, or yellow skin and white flesh inside. People eat them fresh, cook with them, or use them in juice and desserts.

Usage & Nuances

Usually a countable noun: 'an apple', 'two apples'. Common collocations include 'apple tree', 'apple juice', 'apple pie', and 'green apple'. In English, 'Apple' with a capital A usually refers to the technology company, not the fruit.

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