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Pineapples

Pineapples

(n)
UK
ˈpaɪnˌæplz
US
ˈpaɪˌnæpəlz
Definition: Pineapple (pineapple)
Meaning: Những quả dứa (quả khóm)
Not Common
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Even something like pineapples, a tropical fruit which can only be grown in certain climates, are still easy to find almost anywhere.

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In the 1700's, pineapples used to be a status symbol of wealth.

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Of course, pineapples are now easily acquired, even by us average folks, and the symbol is gone.

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However, there are still a few pineapples with a hefty price tag on them.

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At the Lost Gardens of Heligan in the United Kingdom, you will find pineapples grown in mud structures heated with rotting manure.

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But don't worry - the pineapples never actually come into contact with the manure.

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In fact, the structure these rare pineapples are grown in was unearthed in 1991 and renovated just two years later to a working state.

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How much does it cost to make these pineapples?

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Well technically, these special pineapples aren't even on the market - so they're priceless.

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The successfully grown pineapples go right back to the staff who grew them as an appreciation for growing them in the first place.

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But, one of the pineapples has been given away.

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If that's what it takes to get your hand on one of these Victorian-grown pineapples, I wouldn't hold your breath!

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How much are these pineapples worth?

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If one of these elusive pineapples were to go up for auction or sale, due to the rarity, ancient technique, time spent growing, and manual labor, these pineapples are worth $16,000!

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On the plus side, at least the legacy of these pineapples will make us appreciate the lowly cost of our standard Dole pineapples at the grocery store!

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