Calamondin Definition

kălə-mŏndĭn
noun
A spicy orange (Citrus mitis) of the Philippines.
Webster's New World
A small evergreen citrus tree ( Citrofortunella xmitis ), widely cultivated as a houseplant for its glossy foliage and ornamental fruits.
American Heritage
The sour fruit of this plant, resembling a small tangerine and sometimes used as a flavoring or for beverages, sauces, or marmalades.
American Heritage

Other Word Forms of Calamondin

Noun

Singular:
calamondin
Plural:
calamondins

Origin of Calamondin

  • Kapampangan (Malayo-Polynesian language of Luzon) kalamunding

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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