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Definition of aprium
aprium
/ˈeɪpɹiəm/
a · pri · um
Plural:apriums
aprium Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A hybrid stone fruit developed by crossing an apricot and a plum, genetically consisting of roughly seventy-five percent apricot and twenty-five percent plum, characterized by a sweet flavor and slightly fuzzy skin.
Example
"She sliced a ripe aprium over her morning oatmeal, enjoying its intense sweetness and apricot-like texture."
Synonyms
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Although often confused with the pluot, an aprium is genetically more apricot than plum, whereas a pluot is predominantly plum.
Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the late 20th century by American fruit breeder Floyd Zaiger as a portmanteau of 'apricot' and 'plum'. It is a registered trademark of Zaiger's Genetics.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aprium. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aprium