Pronunciation: [pəmˈe͡ɪʃəs] (IPA) 
Pomaceous, spelled /pəˈmeɪʃəs/, refers to things that belong to or resemble the apple family. The word originates from the Latin pomum, meaning "fruit," and is commonly used in botanical or culinary contexts. The initial "p" sound is pronounced with an aspirated "p" sound /pʰ/, and the second syllable has a long "a" /eɪ/ followed by the consonant sound "sh" /ʃ/. The final syllable has a short "u" /əs/, pronounced with a schwa sound.
Pomaceous is an adjective used to describe something that resembles or relates to an apple or apple tree. It is derived from the Latin word "pomum," which means apple.
In botanical terms, pomaceous refers to the characteristics of a family of plants called Rosaceae, which includes apple trees. These plants typically bear a fleshy, rounded fruit with a papery core, similar to an apple. The pomaceous fruits have a firm and crisp texture and are often consumed fresh, cooked, or used for making various culinary preparations.
Outside the realm of botany, the term pomaceous can be used metaphorically to describe anything that resembles or has qualities similar to an apple. For example, in art or design, a sculpture or object may be described as having a pomaceous shape or form if it is round or rounded, reminiscent of an apple's silhouette. In literature, one might use the term to describe a character's appearance, comparing their facial features to those of an apple, thereby highlighting their rosy cheeks or roundness.
Overall, pomaceous is an adjective used to denote the attributes, qualities, or characteristics associated with apples or apple trees, both in terms of botanical classification and in metaphorical expressions.
• See under pome.
• Consisting of apples; resembling apples or relating to them.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word pomaceous comes from the Latin term pomum, meaning fruit. This Latin word referred specifically to the fruit of an apple tree. The suffix -aceous is derived from Latin as well, and it means resembling or of the nature of. So, when combined, pomaceous means resembling or of the nature of an apple or fruit.
