fruit · n
bear fruit
C2 If something that someone does bears fruit, it produces successful results.
Dictionary examples:
Our decision is just beginning to bear fruit. (43.4)
the fruit(s) of sth
C2 the good result of someone's work or actions
Dictionary examples:
The fruits of economic growth are starting to make a difference in the lives of many workers. (42.0)
fruit
A1 something such as an apple or orange that grows on a tree or a bush, contains seeds, and can be eaten as food
Dictionary examples:
The apple fell on my head. (0.0)
My dog eats apples, not cats. (0.0)
Eat fruit. Stay cute. (0.0)
My fruit bowl is never full. (0.0)
My dog eats fruit, not homework. (0.0)
fruit juice (21.1)
dried fruit (22.7)
fresh fruit (24.2)
I eat three or four pieces of fruit a day. (26.0)
He runs a fruit and vegetable stand at the outdoor market. (50.0)
I like exotic fruit, like mangoes and papayas. (63.5)