anjou

/ɑ̃ʒu/

Definitions

1. noun

A region in western France, or a type of pear or apple variety from that region.

“The chef carefully selected an Anjou pear for the dessert menu.”

2. proper noun

A historical title of kings of the Franks and kings of France.

“Charlemagne was the first to be called King of the Anjou.”

Synonyms

  • France
  • Loire Valley