Definition

A small, sweet fruit made by drying grapes, often used in baking or as a snack.

Example

I added raisins to the oatmeal for extra sweetness.

Conversation

I just bought some snacks for our movie night, including a box of raisins.

Oh nice! I love raisins — they’re such a sweet treat.

Yeah, they really are! I thought they’d be a good addition to the popcorn.

Definitely! A mix of popcorn and raisins sounds delicious.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Raisin → The word 'raisin' comes from Old French 'raisin' (meaning grape), which in turn comes from Latin 'racemus' (meaning a bunch of grapes). A raisin is essentially a dried grape, reflecting its origin as a fruit.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for grape, 'raisin', to remember that a raisin is a dried grape.

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