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: the fruit of a central Asian tree (Cydonia oblonga) of the rose family that resembles a hard-fleshed yellow apple and is used especially in preserves
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: a tree that bears quinces compare Japanese quince
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Notes of bright grapefruit and quince bring a fresh, fruit-forward sparkle, while sheer jasmine softens the blend, leaving a light, elegant trail on the skin.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Picture warm almond and rice paper with quince, pink pepper, and labdanum.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
Azizam, the Silver Lake cafe embracing homier-style cooking (where specials like autumnal short rib simmer with quince, prunes, carrots and potatoes) represents a rare, wonderful exception.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
An unwanted pest was found amid quince fruit that an incoming passenger had with them at Detroit Metro Airport.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Picture warm almond and rice paper with quince, pink pepper, and labdanum.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
Azizam, the Silver Lake cafe embracing homier-style cooking (where specials like autumnal short rib simmer with quince, prunes, carrots and potatoes) represents a rare, wonderful exception.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
An unwanted pest was found amid quince fruit that an incoming passenger had with them at Detroit Metro Airport.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
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“Quince.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quince. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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quince
noun
: the fruit of an Asian tree that resembles a yellow apple with hard flesh and is used especially for marmalade, jelly, and preserves
also
: a tree that bears quinces
Medical Definition
quince
noun
: the fruit of a central Asian tree of the genus Cydonia (C. oblonga) that resembles a hard-fleshed yellow apple
also
: the tree
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