olive
UK/'ɒliv/US
B2
Definitions
n.
A small oval fruit eaten as food or pressed for oil; the Mediterranean tree that bears this fruit.
橄榄；橄榄树
adj.
Of a grayish-green or yellowish-brown color, like an unripe olive.
橄榄色的；黄绿色的
Root Breakdown
Native Englisholiveother
=olive
Common Collocations
- 1.olive oil橄榄油
- 2.olive tree橄榄树
- 3.olive branch橄榄枝（表示和平）
Example Sentences
- 1.
Olives are harvested from Mediterranean olive trees and used for oil production.
- 2.
She ordered a salad with olives, feta cheese, and fresh vegetables.