citron
noun
cit·ron
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Definition of citron
1a
: a citrus fruit resembling a lemon but larger with little pulp and a very thick rind
b
: a small shrubby tree (Citrus medica) that produces citrons and is cultivated in tropical regions
c
: the preserved rind of the citron used especially in cakes and puddings
2
: a small hard-fleshed watermelon used especially in pickles and preserves
Examples of citron in a Sentence
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Centered between the virginal chalice on the one hand and the voluptuous citrons on the other, the dark, bottomless, pucker invites what is sometimes known as the male gaze. — Jonathan Gold, Los Angeles Times, "The oranges that enraptured a millionaire," 18 July 2019 The lemons are actually citrons, whose rind is fragrant but whose flesh is all but inedible; the oranges, like most in Seville at the time, are almost certainly bitter. — Jonathan Gold, Los Angeles Times, "The oranges that enraptured a millionaire," 18 July 2019 There are some really spirited examples like the Brasserie adorned in a peacock blue, citron yellow, and subdued chartreuse. — Vanessa Lawrence, ELLE Decor, "This Former Party Island for British Royals is Now a Chic New Hotel," 18 June 2019 Jews popularized the fingered citron throughout the Mediterranean. — Rafil Kroll-zaidi, Harper's magazine, "Findings," 10 Mar. 2019 For some food writers, answering would be a breeze: An eight-layer chiffon sponge with citron curd, crème Chantilly, and Valrhona ganache by Frou Frou et Frou Frou or something like that. — Tamar Adler, Vogue, "What Statement Should Your Wedding Cake Make?," 17 May 2018 However, stylish royal fans can still get the style in citron for $59.99 This isn't the first time the Duchess has worn a J.Crew piece. — Isabel Greenberg, Harper's BAZAAR, "Meghan Markle and Pippa Middleton Rocked the Same Affordable J.Crew Clutch," 26 July 2018 From left: autumnal splendor at Bottega Veneta; a citron coat dress at Hermès; leather and lace at Christopher Kane; a blue vegan version by Stella McCartney . — Rebecca Malinsky And Rory Satran, WSJ, "A Complete Guide to Fall’s Best Women’s Fashion Trends," 9 Mar. 2018 Add cinnamon, chopped citron, and chocolate chips and mix until well blended. — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, "How to Make Rock Hudson's Classic Cannoli Recipe," 10 Oct. 2016These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'citron.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for citron
citron
noun
English Language Learners Definition of citron
: a fruit that is like a large lemon
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citron
noun
cit·ron
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Kids Definition of citron
1
: a citrus fruit like the smaller lemon and having a thick rind that is preserved for use in cakes and puddings
2
: a small hard watermelon used especially in pickles and preserves
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