A pear is a sweet and juicy fruit that is shaped like a rounded bottom with a narrower top. It has a smooth and thin skin that can range in color from green to yellow, and its flesh is white or creamy in color. The taste of a pear can vary from sweet to slightly tart, depending on the variety. Pears are often eaten fresh or used in cooking and baking.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Tree in "The Twelve Days of Christmas". Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.