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APPLESAUCE
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Nonsensical talk or writing
Synonyms:
applesauce; codswallop; folderol; rubbish; trash; tripe; trumpery; wish-wash
Classified under:
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents
Hypernyms ("applesauce" is a kind of...):
drivel; garbage (a worthless message)
Domain usage:
argot; cant; jargon; lingo; patois; slang; vernacular (a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves))
Sense 2
Meaning:
Puree of stewed apples usually sweetened and spiced
Synonyms:
apple sauce; applesauce
Classified under:
Nouns denoting foods and drinks
Hypernyms ("applesauce" is a kind of...):
dish (a particular item of prepared food)
