English Words for "Citrus Fruits"

Here you will learn the names of citrus fruits in English such as "orange", "tangerine", and "kumquat".

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orange [noun]

a fruit that is juicy and round and has thick skin

Ex: The market had ripe oranges with bright orange peels .

blood orange [noun]

a citrus fruit with red or maroon-colored flesh, used in culinary applications for its unique appearance and tangy flavor

Ex: Squeezing the juice from a blood orange creates a vibrant and tangy citrus drink .

citron [noun]

a large citrus fruit with a thick rind, known for its tart taste and aromatic qualities

Ex: I added citron to my detox regimen for its cleansing properties .

clementine [noun]

a type of small citrusy fruit, orange in color, with a loose skin, grown in southern Africa

Ex: Clementine is my sister's favorite fruit.

kumquat [noun]

a small orange-like fruit with sweet skin and bitter-tasting flesh

Ex: She enjoyed the sweet-tart flavor of kumquats , eating them whole , including the peel .

lemon [noun]

a juicy sour fruit that is round and has thick yellow skin

Ex: He made a pitcher of homemade lemonade with freshly squeezed lemons .

lime [noun]

a round green fruit with a sour taste

Ex: She plucked a ripe lime from the tree in the backyard to use in her recipe .

mandarin [noun]

a small orange-like fruit with easily removable skin

Ex: They bought a crate of mandarins from the market to make freshly squeezed juice .

navel orange [noun]

a seedless citrus fruit characterized by a prominent, central indentation that resembles a navel

Ex: I suggest grabbing a few navel oranges for their delicious taste and vitamin C content .

satsuma [noun]

a citrus fruit of medium size with a loose orange skin and no seeds, the tree of which endures cold

Ex: As I peel open a satsuma , the sweet citrus scent instantly transports me back to childhood memories .

pomelo [noun]

a large citrus fruit with a thick yellow or green skin and a bittersweet dry pulp

Ex: I remember the first time I tasted a pomelo ; its unique combination of sweet and tangy flavors left a lasting impression on my taste buds .

tangerine [noun]

a small orange fruit with loose skin and juicy flesh

Ex: The fruit bowl on the kitchen counter was filled with oranges , apples , and tangerines .

grapefruit [noun]

a round, citrusy fruit with yellow-orange skin, like a large orange

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tangelo [noun]

an orange-like fruit that is the product of crossing a grapefruit tree with a tangerine tree

Ex: She sliced open a tangelo and savored its juicy segments as a refreshing snack .

king orange [noun]

a large and exceptionally flavorful variety of orange

Ex: I'm planning to make a refreshing king orange sorbet for dessert tonight.

jaffa orange [noun]

a sweet and juicy citrus fruit known for its distinctive flavor and bright orange color

Ex: As I peel the Jaffa orange , its fragrant zest fills the air .

temple orange [noun]

an aromatic citrus fruit hailing from Jamaica, known for its sweet and tangy flavor

Ex: The exceptional taste of Temple oranges makes them a prized ingredient in gourmet recipes .

Buddha's hand [noun]

a fragrant citrus fruit with a hand-like appearance, used for culinary purposes

Ex: Buddha's hand is an expensive fruit, but its exceptional taste makes it worth the cost.

tangor [noun]

a citrus fruit that is a hybrid of a tangerine and an orange

Ex: My tangor marmalade turned out deliciously tangy and sweet.

ugli fruit [noun]

a citrus fruit that is known for its rough and wrinkled appearance, yet has a sweet and tangy flavor

Ex: The ugli fruit 's bright orange color and unique shape make it a fun and eye-catching addition to fruit platters .

Rangpur [noun]

a citrus fruit that resembles an orange but has a sour taste similar to a lime

Ex: I often use Rangpur in my special beverages .

key lime [noun]

a small, round citrus fruit with a distinct tart and aromatic flavor

Ex: Drizzling key lime syrup over pancakes or waffles gives them a delicious tropical twist .

bergamot orange [noun]

a citrus fruit known for its distinct and fragrant flavor, commonly used in teas, perfumes, and culinary applications

Ex: Enhance your salad with tangy bergamot orange for a dose of vitamin E.

bitter orange [noun]

a citrus fruit with a tart and slightly bitter flavor

Ex: Adding a few drops of bitter orange essential oil to my bath helps me relax and unwind after a long day .

sweet orange [noun]

a citrus fruit known for its juicy and sweet flavor

Ex: A slice of sweet orange adds a delightful touch to a cold glass of iced tea .

citrange [noun]

a hybrid citrus fruit resulting from the crossbreeding of a citron and a sweet orange

Ex: I couldn't wait to surprise my grandson with a scoop of the new citrange-flavored ice cream I found at the supermarket.

Food Ingredients
Types of Ingredients	Milk and Cream	Cheese	Pome Fruits
Citrus Fruits	Tropical and Exotic Fruits	Drupe Fruits	Berry Fruits
Melons and Other Fruits	Leafy and Cruciferous Vegetables	Root and Tuber Vegetables	Nightshades and Marrow Vegetables
Bulb and Stem Vegetables	Parts and Types of Fruits and Vegetables	Cooking Oils and Fat	Sweeteners
Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments	Sweet Sauces, Pastes, and Spreads	Herbs	Spices
Nuts and Seeds	Legumes	Grains and Flour	Types of Meat and Offal
Cuts of Meat	Deli Meats, Patties, and Sausages	Mushrooms, Fungi, and Seaweed	Pasta and Noodles
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