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Meaning of the word plum in English

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plum

US /plʌm/
UK /plʌm/
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Noun

1.

an oval fleshy fruit that is purple, reddish-purple, or yellow when ripe and contains a flattish pointed stone.

Example:
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She made a delicious plum tart.
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The tree was laden with ripe plums.
2.

a reddish-purple color.

Example:
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The dress was a deep plum color.
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She painted her nails a rich plum.
3.

a highly desirable position or appointment.

Example:
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He landed a plum job right out of college.
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The new contract is a real plum for the company.
Synonym:
prizebonuswindfallgodsendboon

Adjective

1.

highly desirable; excellent.

Example:
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It was a truly plum assignment.
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He got a plum role in the new movie.
Synonym:
desirablecovetedchoiceprimetop
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