muscadine

• Nom désignant un raisin américain (Vitis rotundifolia) originaire du sud-est des États-Unis, source de nombreux cultivars, et dont le fruit violet terne est consommé frais ou utilisé pour le vin et la gelée.

A noun referring to a native grape of the southeastern United States, which is the origin of many cultivated varieties, and also the dull-purple grape itself.

1. Native grape of southeastern United StatesB2formalamerican

   A species of grape (Vitis rotundifolia) native to the southeastern United States, known for its thick skin and musky flavor, and is the origin of many cultivated varieties.

   Muscadine (raisin)

   • Muscadine grapes are often used to make wine and jelly in the South.
   • The muscadine vine is resistant to many pests that affect other grape varieties.
   • Farmers in Georgia cultivate muscadines for their unique flavor.

   Synonymesscuppernong

2. Dull-purple grapeB2formalamerican

   The fruit of the muscadine vine, typically having a dull-purple color and a sweet, musky taste.

   Raisin muscadine

   • She picked a basket of ripe muscadines from the vineyard.
   • The muscadine's thick skin makes it ideal for preserves.
   • He enjoyed the sweet taste of fresh muscadines on a summer afternoon.