citrus

Meanings

• common noun

  A group of fruits that includes lemons, limes, oranges, and grapefruits, among others. They are rich in vitamin C and have a tangy or sour taste.

  - "Citrus fruits are popular for their refreshing taste and high nutritional value."
  - "Oranges and lemons are both citrus fruits."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with citrus
curses , peruses , rehearses

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Variants

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citrus , citruses , citrusy , citrus canker , citrus cankers , citrus greening , citrus greening disease , citrus red mite , citrus red mites , Citrus Heights , Asian citrus psyllid , Asian citrus psyllids

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Etymology

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The word 'citrus' comes from the Latin word 'citrus', which means 'lemon' or 'citron'. The term was used to describe all yellow or yellow-rinded fruits.

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Trivia

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1. The largest citrus fruit in the world is the bael fruit, which can grow up to 3 feet long and 100 pounds in weight.

2. The citrus industry is a major contributor to the economies of many countries, including Florida, Mexico, and Brazil.

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Related Concepts

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1. Acid: Citrus fruits are rich in citric acid, which gives them their tart taste.

2. Vitamin C: Citrus fruits are a rich source of vitamin C, which is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system.

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Culture

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Citrus fruits have been cultivated for thousands of years and are used in various ways around the world. They are often used in cooking and baking, as well as in beverages like lemonade and orange juice. Citrus fruits are also used in traditional medicine and are believed to have various health benefits.

How to Memorize "citrus"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize citrus, visualize a bowl filled with various citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate citrus fruits with sunshine and warmth, as they are often grown in warm climates.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'My Very Educated Mother Just Served Us Nine Pizzas' to remember the order of the planets in our solar system. Replace 'Nine Pizzas' with 'Citrus Fruits' to remember the different types of citrus fruits.

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