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olive

/ˈɒl.ɪv/

/ˈɑː.lɪv/

olivenoun

olives

/ˈɒl.ɪv/

/ˈɑː.lɪv/

Translations

олива

The olive is a small fruit that grows on olive trees.

Олива — это маленький плод, который растет на оливковых деревьях.

Additional translations

маслина

оливка

Definitions

A small, oval fruit with a hard pit and bitter flesh, typically green or black, used as food and as a source of oil.

She added a few olives to the salad for extra flavor.

A tree (Olea europaea) native to the Mediterranean region, cultivated for its fruit and oil.

The ancient olive stood proudly in the middle of the grove.

A yellowish-green color, like that of an unripe olive.

He chose an olive shirt to match his khaki pants.

Synonyms

olive tree

fruit

drupes

olive fruit

oliveadjective

more olive

Comp.

most olive

Super.

/ˈɒl.ɪv/

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Translations

оливковый

She wore an olive dress to the party.

Она надела оливковое платье на вечеринку.

Definitions

Having a yellowish-green color, similar to that of an unripe olive.

She wore an olive dress that complemented her complexion beautifully.

Relating to or characteristic of the olive tree or its fruit.

The olive landscape was dotted with ancient trees that had been there for centuries.

Having a naturally light brown or yellowish-brown complexion tinged with green or gold.

His olive complexion required only a light layer of sunscreen.

Synonyms

oliveproper noun

Definitions

A female given name derived from the olive tree, symbolizing peace.

Olive graduated from the university with honors.