Seckel

[ sek-uhl, sik- ]

noun

1. a small, yellowish-brown variety of pear.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Seckel¹

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20; after surname of grower, Pennsylvania orchardist

Example Sentences

If you like creepy literary hauntings, Chantal James' "None But the Righteous" or Emma Seckel's forthcoming "The Wild Hunt" are here for your every eerie desire.

From Salon

“Once again I think the governor stepped in,” said Karl Seckel, an Orange County water official.

From Los Angeles Times

In the center, she placed a six-inch Oasis wreath ring with viburnum berries, carnations, ilse roses, seckel pears and greenery.

From Washington Post

While buying any type of pear I could get my hands on for the photo above, I sampled my first Seckel pears of the year.

From Washington Post

Seckel and Bosc pears are firmer and can hold their shape, Zaas says.

From Washington Post