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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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Between Chinese quince fruit, oyster shell, peony root, and devil’s claw, there’s got to be something in there that helps with pain, right?
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Kelli Acciardo, Allure, 20 Sep. 2024
Taste through the season in the dishes and drinks alike; cocktails incorporate ingredients like quince, peach blossom and summer savory.
—Nicole Schnitzler, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2024
The quince and Earl Grey martini and morello cherry mai tai were also popular choices.
—Julia O'Driscoll, The Week Uk, theweek, 25 July 2024
Breakfast here ranges from pastries to pancakes, with lighter options like yogurt and granola topped with figs, stewed apricot, and quince compote, or heartier fare, like green eggs with feta and herbs.
—Sophie Dodd, Vogue, 22 July 2024
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Kelli Acciardo, Allure, 20 Sep. 2024
Taste through the season in the dishes and drinks alike; cocktails incorporate ingredients like quince, peach blossom and summer savory.
—Nicole Schnitzler, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2024
The quince and Earl Grey martini and morello cherry mai tai were also popular choices.
—Julia O'Driscoll, The Week Uk, theweek, 25 July 2024
Breakfast here ranges from pastries to pancakes, with lighter options like yogurt and granola topped with figs, stewed apricot, and quince compote, or heartier fare, like green eggs with feta and herbs.
—Sophie Dodd, Vogue, 22 July 2024
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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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