서양자두 또는 그 열매가 열리는 자두나무
An oval fleshy fruit that is purple, reddish, or yellow when ripe and contains a flattish pointed pit, or the tree that bears it.
예문:
"The branches were heavy with ripe, juicy plums."
"We planted a plum tree in the backyard last spring."
자두 껍질과 비슷한 진한 보라색
A deep reddish-purple color resembling the skin of a plum fruit.
예문:
"She chose a plum velvet dress for the winter gala."
"The sunset painted the sky in shades of plum and gold."
매우 바람직하거나 훌륭한, 특히 일자리나 지위가 알짜배기인
Highly desirable or excellent, typically referring to a job, position, or prize.
예문:
"He managed to secure a plum job at a top architectural firm."
"The plum assignment went to the most experienced journalist."
전통적인 푸딩이나 케이크에 들어가는 건포도
A raisin, especially when used as an ingredient in traditional puddings or cakes.
예문:
"The traditional Christmas pudding was packed with plums and spices."
"In old recipes, the word plum often referred to dried grapes."
호의나 협력을 얻기 위해 제공되는 뇌물이나 감언
Something offered as a bribe or a sweet treat to gain favor or cooperation.
예문:
"The lobbyists handed out various plums to the committee members."
"He used sweet plums of praise to win over his opponents."