succulence

noun

suc·cu·lence ˈsə-kyə-lən(t)s

Synonyms of succulence

: the state of being succulent

: succulent feed

wild game subsisting on succulence

Examples of succulence in a Sentence

the succulence of the apple was such that the first bite sent juice running down my chin

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Fondant suave tannins and succulence in this soft and layered gem. — Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025 In this white chili recipe, the dry leftover turkey stews low and slow in chicken or turkey broth to bring moisture and succulence back to the meat. — Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2023 This turkey burger relies on favorite pantry items and fresh fruit to provide succulence and flavor. — Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 1 July 2024 Côte-Rôtie wines include tight mineral flavors, silky tannins and juicy acidity—think succulence. — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for succulence

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First Known Use

1787, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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succulence

noun

suc·cu·lence ˈsək-yə-lən(t)s

: the state of being succulent

succulence

noun

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