What is another word for damson?

Pronunciation: [dˈamsən] (IPA)

Damson is a type of fruit that is small and dark purple in color, with a slightly bitter taste. It is often used in recipes for jams, jellies, and pies. While damson is a specific type of fruit, there are several synonyms that can be used to describe similar fruits. These include plum, cherry plum, bullace, and sloe. Each of these fruits has a similar appearance and taste to the damson, making them a great substitute in recipes. By using these synonyms, individuals can experiment with different flavors and textures, helping to keep dishes interesting and unique.

Synonyms for Damson:

What are the hypernyms for Damson?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Damson?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for damson (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Damson?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Damson

You may see them, too, perch on the topmost boughs of the tall damson trees in the orchard; and again, later in the autumn, after nesting is over, they assemble in hundreds-one might almost say thousands-in the withy bed by the brook, settling on the slender willow wands.
"Wild Life in a Southern County"
Richard Jefferies
The finches, after spending a little time in the apple and damson trees, fly over the wall and road to this second hedge, and follow it down for nearly half a mile to a little enclosed meadow, which, like the orchard, is a specially favourite resort.
"Wild Life in a Southern County"
Richard Jefferies
Therefore the Squire's tactics were successful, and the talk at the supper table over the hot biscuits and the cold chicken and the damson preserves was concerned merely with the characters of the brothers Britt.
"When Egypt Went Broke"
Holman Day

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