Definition

A type of fruit that is small, red or orange, and has a sweet and tart flavor, commonly found in Europe. It can also refer to a liqueur made from this fruit.

Example

She made a delicious dessert using fresh framboise from the market.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a dessert with framboise in it?

Yes! I love how the framboise adds a nice tartness to the sweetness.

I made a framboise sauce last weekend, and it was delicious!

That sounds amazing! I need to get the recipe from you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Framboise comes from Old French 'framboise' (meaning raspberry). The word refers specifically to the fruit known as raspberry, which is characterized by its red color and sweet flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for raspberry, 'framboise', to remember that it directly names this sweet, red fruit.

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