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grapefruit

Pronunciation: /ˈgreɪpfruːt/
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Definition of grapefruit

noun (plural same)

  • 1a large round yellow citrus fruit with an acid juicy pulp.
  • 2the tree which bears grapefruit.
    • Citrus paradisi, family Rutaceae

Origin:

early 19th century: from grape + fruit (probably because the fruits grow in clusters)

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Definition of grapefruit in the US English dictionary