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citrus

noun

cit·​rus ˈsi-trəs How to pronounce citrus (audio)
plural citrus or citruses
often attributive
: any of a group of often thorny trees and shrubs (Citrus and related genera) of the rue family grown in warm regions for their edible fruit (such as the orange or lemon) with firm usually thick rind and pulpy flesh
also : the fruit
citrusy adjective

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web And some fruit prices moderated as well, with apples getting 2.3% cheaper and citrus fruits falling 1.6%. Danielle Wiener-bronner, CNN, 13 Sep. 2022 Choose between the gelato trio and the orange creamsicle cheesecake made from Arizona citrus for dessert. Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 13 Sep. 2022 Eat, drink and discover mimosas, waffles, citrus ales and more. Amanda Kondolojy, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2022 Grey Goose vodka, champagne and grapefruit liqueur – with a citrus twist to top it off. Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 2 Sep. 2022 Instead of filling colorful plastic eggs with candy, coins, or other treasures, fill the eggs with citrus cheesecake. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2022 The acid component can come in many forms, from yogurt and kefir (which bring fat too) to vinegar and citrus juice. Asha Loupy, Bon Appétit, 29 Aug. 2022 The $40 three-course dinner includes choices of Pasta alla Boscaiola; salmon with a citrus farro risotto; and chicken marsala made with roasted thighs. Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Aug. 2022 Or, spice it up with some jalapeño or a chile-citrus such as Tajin, which goes great around the rim of your favorite glass. Robin Soslow, Chron, 22 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, genus name, from Latin

First Known Use

1781, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of citrus was in 1781

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