Definition of "quince" []

• A western Asian shrub or tree (Cydonia oblonga) having white flowers and hard applelike fruit. (noun)
• The aromatic, many-seeded fruit of this plant, edible only when cooked. (noun)

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• "In Portuguese, quince is marmelo, which is the origin of the word marmalade."
• "Bring to boil, lower heat to medium and simmer until quince is fork tender."
• "The flavors were savory and not overly sweet, and the quince was a lovely complement to the tender pork."