pyriform

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The egg of the Emperor is white, pyriform in shape, and weighs just under 1 lb.

From Antarctic Penguins A Study of Their Social Habits by Levick, George Murray

Core large, oval or pyriform, regular, closed, clasping; Seeds numerous, angular, plump; Flesh deep yellow, breaking, fine-grained, juicy; Flavor sub-acid, aromatic, rich, sprightly; Quality best; Use, dessert, cooking; Season, December to February.

From American Pomology Apples by Warder, J. A.

The first has not been examined by the writer and is said to be smooth and short, pyriform, 10 centimeters in diameter.

From The Philippine Agricultural Review Vol. VIII, First Quarter, 1915 No. 1 by Various

Core pyriform, indistinct, closed, clasping; Seeds pointed, imperfect; Flesh yellow, tender, fine grained; Flavor sub-acid, aromatic; Quality good; Use, market; Season, September.

From American Pomology Apples by Warder, J. A.

Turbinate or top-shaped, and pyriform or pear-shaped, are especially applicable to pears, and seldom to apples.

From American Pomology Apples by Warder, J. A.