ˈæpl n. 1
the fruit of a
tree of the
genus Malus, rounded in
form and with a
crisp flesh. 2 the tree
bearing this. øapple of one's
eye a cherished
person or
thing. apple-pie
bed a bed
made (as a joke) with the sheets folded
short, so
that the legs
cannot be accommodated. apple-pie
order perfect order;
extreme neatness. she's apple
Austral. sl.
everything is fine.
upset the apple-cart
spoil careful plans. [OE óppel f. Gmc]