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fruit; berry

Noun

  1. 1

    fruit; berry

    Things produced by apple or pear trees, etc., after the trees' flowers wither away.

    Korean definition: 사과, 배 등과 같이 나무의 꽃이 지고 난 뒤에 그 자리에 생기는 것.

    • As autumn approaches, the fruit on the apple trees is ripening.

    • Last night I dreamed I was picking grapes in an orchard.

  2. 2

    fruit; reward

    (figurative) A positive result achieved by making efforts.

    Korean definition: (비유적으로) 노력에 의해 성취한 좋은 결과.

    • The fruit of effort is more valuable than anything else.

    • We must protect the fruits of economic growth through proper consumption.