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prunus

Pronunciation: /ˈpruːnəs/
Definition of prunus

noun

  • a tree or shrub of a large genus that includes many varieties grown for their spring blossom (cherry and almond) or for their fruit (plum, peach, and apricot).
    • Genus Prunus, family Rosaceae

Origin:

modern Latin, from Latin, literally 'plum tree'

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