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citron Definition

cit·ron (-trən)

noun

  1. a yellow, thick-skinned fruit resembling a lime or lemon but larger and less acid
  2. the semitropical tree (Citrus medica) of the rue family bearing this fruit
  3. the candied rind of this fruit, used as a confection, in fruitcake, etc.
  4. ☆ citron melon

Etymology: Fr, lemon < It citrone < L citrus, citrus

citron Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

tree: Then there were rows of citron trees and then crab apples and afterward limes and lemons.

Noun used with modifier

au: Classic desserts include pear belle Hélène or a luscious, creamy tarte au citron.