Etymology and Other Names
The English name is derived from its Latin name sorbus by way of Old English syrfe; it is unrelated to the English verb "to serve". Other English names include Sorb or Sorb Tree; and Whitty Pear—"whitty" because the leaves are similar to Rowan (i.e. pinnate), and "pear" due to the nature of the fruit.
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