A pomegranate is a round, red fruit filled with many small, juicy seeds, each surrounded by sweet-tart flesh. It is often eaten fresh, juiced, or used in cooking and is known for its bright color and health benefits.
From Old French *pome grenate* “seeded apple,” from Latin *pomum* “apple, fruit” and *granatum* “having many seeds,” from *granum* “grain, seed.” The name paints a picture: an apple full of grains.
The name is basically “grainy apple,” which perfectly describes the explosion of tiny seeds inside. Many old fruit names are like little x‑rays: they tell you what’s hidden under the skin if you know how to read them.
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