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Definition of pomegranate

pomegranate

/ˈpɒmɪˌɡrænɪt/
pom · e · gran · ate
Plural:pomegranates
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pomegranate Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The round fruit of a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern shrub, featuring a tough, leathery red rind and an interior filled with numerous edible seeds, each encased in a juicy, ruby-red pulp.

Example

"She sprinkled fresh pomegranate seeds over the salad to add a burst of sweet and tart flavor."

2

A deciduous shrub or small tree, native to regions ranging from Iran to northern India, that produces the pomegranate fruit.

Example

"They planted a pomegranate in the backyard, hoping it would thrive in the warm, dry climate of their new home."

• Nearby Words

polypterus
polyzoa
pomarrosa
pomegranate
pomelo
pomeranian
pomfret

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old French 'pomme grenate', meaning 'seedy apple', derived from Medieval Latin 'pomum granatum' (apple with many seeds).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pomegranate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 19, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pomegranate
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