grenadine Synonyms & Antonyms
/ˈɡɹɛnədiːn/
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Grenadine as a Noun
1
A cordial syrup made from pomegranates.
2
A dilute drink made from this syrup.
3
A thin gauzy fabric of silk or wool, used for women's clothing and men's woven luxury ties.
4
A dyestuff consisting essentially of impure fuchsine.
5
A syrup made from cloves and other spices.
6
(formerly a trade name) A dyestuff consisting essentially of impure fuchsine.
Word Forms & Grammar
grenadine (countable and uncountable, plural grenadines)
Origin of Grenadine
Origin 1: Borrowed from French grenadine, from Middle French grenade (“pomegranate”).
Origin 2: Borrowed from French œillet grenadin (“clove pink”) from French œillet and French grenadin from Middle French grenade (“pomegranate”).
Grenadine in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɡɹɛnədiːn/ |
| Meaning | A cordial syrup made from pomegranates |
| Plural | grenadines |