Definition

A type of small European plum that grows in clusters and is similar to a damson.

Example

The bullace tree in the garden produced a lot of fruit this year.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a bullace? They're really unique fruits.

No, I haven't! What do they taste like?

They're a bit tart, but quite sweet when ripe.

Sounds interesting! I’d love to find some at the market.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bullace originates from Old French *bulace*, which refers to a type of wild plum. The word is derived from the Latin *prunus*, meaning plum. Therefore, bullace refers to a specific kind of wild plum.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for a wild plum, *bulace*, to remember that bullace refers to this type of fruit.

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