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Meaning of bittersweet chocolate

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

bittersweet

Pronunciation:/ˈbɪtɚˌswit/

noun

Definitions

  1. Solanum dulcamara.

  2. Bittersweetness.

  3. A vine, of the genus Celastrus, having small orange fruit that open to reveal red seeds.

  4. A variety of apple with a bittersweet taste.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Both bitter and sweet.

  2. Expressing contrasting emotions of pain and pleasure.

    Example: The break-up was very bittersweet; they both hurt to end it, but were glad it was over.

  3. Of bittersweet color.