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“Quince” or “Quints”

quince / quints are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

Same sound, different spellings and meanings, shown with a pronunciation guide for each term.

quince k·w·IH·n·s

  • nounsmall Asian tree with pinkish flowers and pear-shaped fruit; widely cultivated.
  • nounaromatic acid-tasting pear-shaped fruit used in preserves.

quints k·w·IH·n·t·s

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

Usage

Examples in context

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“quince”

  • …carrot, cherry, chestnut, cucumber, nutmeg, quince, spinach, lemon, orange, apricot), and…
  • …gooseberry, peach, plum, currant and quince tarts.
  • Aromas of nuts and quince can also develop.

“quints”

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