cherry pie

noun

1. any of several plants having flowers with an odor suggestive of cherries, as the heliotrope.

cherry-pie

noun

1. a widely planted garden heliotrope, Heliotropium peruvianum

Word History and Origins

Origin of cherry pie¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

The official Door County website calls them a "one-of-a-kind epicurean event," noting some other sides that aren't as often mentioned, from lemon wedges, coleslaw and bread to "fresh-baked Door County cherry pie" for dessert.

From Salon

This classic cherry pie recipe uses either sour cherries or sweet ones, fresh or frozen.

From New York Times

This time, I’ll subtly nudge them toward this new cherry pie recipe from Melissa Clark, a fairly classic take on the ne plus ultra of summer pies.

From New York Times

Here’s a simple, tasty red for weeknight burgers or take-out, full of cherry pie flavors and a sweetness that rounds out the palate without becoming cloying.

From Washington Post

I want to host regular dinners featuring sour cherry pie, like the one I made for fellow health reporters after we had been working remotely — pretty much around-the-clock — for more than a year.

From Washington Post

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