Definitions

1. noun

a small usually green or black edible fruit that grows on the olive tree, often pickled or pressed to produce oil.

“The Mediterranean diet features a variety of olives as a key ingredient.”

2. noun

a silver or gold medal awarded as a prize, especially at the Olympic Games.

“The athlete won several olives in her career, cementing her status as a sports icon.”

3. adjective

relating to or derived from the olive tree or its products, or resembling the color green or black of the fruit.

“The olive green uniform is a classic military design.”

4. verb

to crown or decorate with an olive, especially as a symbol of peace.

“The winner of the contest was olive with a wreath of flowers.”