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pomegranate
noun
pome·gran·ate
ˈpä-mə-ˌgra-nət 
ˈpäm-ˌgra-nət,
ˈpəm-
1
: a several-celled reddish berry that is about the size of an orange with a thick leathery skin and many seeds with pulpy crimson arils of tart flavor
2
: a widely cultivated tropical Asian tree (Punica granatum of the family Lythraceae) bearing pomegranates
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Goodson explains that pomegranates thrive in warm climates and are widely enjoyed around the world.
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Hidden above the 110 Freeway, 500 yards from the outer reaches of Dodger Stadium’s vast parking lots, stand rows of fruit trees growing guavas and avocados, peaches and pomegranates.
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Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
Research comparing the seeds and juice of pomegranates is needed to assess antioxidant levels and heart health accurately.
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Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
30 June 2026
These flavors follow through on the palate with additional elements of savory sandstone, pomegranate, and a hint of salinity.
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Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Hidden above the 110 Freeway, 500 yards from the outer reaches of Dodger Stadium’s vast parking lots, stand rows of fruit trees growing guavas and avocados, peaches and pomegranates.
—
Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
Research comparing the seeds and juice of pomegranates is needed to assess antioxidant levels and heart health accurately.
—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
30 June 2026
These flavors follow through on the palate with additional elements of savory sandstone, pomegranate, and a hint of salinity.
—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for pomegranate
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“Pomegranate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pomegranate. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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pomegranate
noun
pome·gran·ate
ˈpäm-(ə-)ˌgran-ət
ˈpəm-ˌgran-
ˈpəm-ˌgran-
: a reddish fruit about the size of an orange that has a thick leathery skin and many seeds in a pulp of tart flavor
also
: a tropical Asian tree that produces pomegranates
Medical Definition
pomegranate
noun
pome·gran·ate
ˈpäm-(ə-)ˌgran-ət
ˈpəm-ˌgran-
ˈpəm-ˌgran-
1
: a tart thick-skinned several-celled reddish berry that is about the size of an orange
2
: a widely cultivated tropical Old World tree (Punica granatum of the family Lythraceae) bearing pomegranates and having bark and roots which were formerly used in dried form as a taeniacide
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