Why do people call a fruit pineapple?

Anonymous

∙ 17y ago

Updated: 8/17/2019

The fruit got the pine~ part of its name because it (loosely) resembles a pine cone.

Several fruits have had the word 'apple' applied to them at times, it seems to be a generic term for 'a fruit'.

Wiki User

∙ 17y ago

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Why do people say pineapples?

A pineapple is a fruit.

Is a pineapple a fruit or vegatable?

pineapple is a fruit

What does pineapple has in it?

Pineapple is a fruit. It contains pineapple.

Is pineapple seedless fruit?

yes pineapple is seedless fruit.

Can you call it pineapple marmalade since pineapple is not a citrus fruit?

Yes. While it is not of the same family as conventional citrus fruits, the pineapple fruit has a nearly identical structure, and is very acidic. The only possible impediment would be the lack of a zesty rind.

Is pineapple tea?

No, pineapple is a fruit.

Do pineapple trees produce fruit?

The PINEAPPLE

Is a pineapple a Fruit or a Veggitable?

A fruit. :)

Is pineapple the fruit of the plant?

a fruit

What is the stem of pineapple?

Yes, but it is removed when the fruit is picked. (that round, bare circle on the bottom of the fruit is where it was attached).

What are some type of foods with pineapple in them?

- Pineapple - Pineapple juice - Yellow Snakes - Golden Circle Pineapple Slices

Which fruit is king fruit?

The Pineapple.