Gravenstein
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- proper noun
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Gravenstein
- Gravenstein apple
- Gravenstein apple flavor
- Gravenstein apple tree
Examples
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Gravenstein, McIntosh, Northern Spy, Winesap, Liberty
Blog text (21) -
Apples on the front side here, starting with Braeburn, and then it goes Fuji, Golden Delicious, Gravenstein, Macintosh, and so on.
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"He did consider himself over the worst, and after they concluded the meal with Gravenstein applesauce, canned last summer, he helped clear the table and declared that he would wash the dishes."
Fiction book (1990) -
The Gravenstein variety is best known for its tart flavor, making it an ideal choice for baking pies.
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Many local bakeries use Gravenstein apples to create delicious, homemade desserts that attract visitors.
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During the harvest season, many families enjoy picking Gravenstein apples from the orchards in their area.
Synonyms
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A green apple with crisp, tart flesh people often put in pies and salads
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A large apple that ripens late with crisp flesh and a tart taste
A cooking apple with firm flesh and a tart flavor
A large green apple that tastes tart and is best for cooking
A cooking apple with bright red skin and a tart taste
A large round red apple with a firm inside that is good for baking
How Tart
Surface Forms
Etymology
Gravenstein the apple is named after the town Gravenstein (the German name for Danish Gråsten) where the variety was grown long ago, so the apple's name points to its place of origin.