🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

柑橘类水果

Pronunciation / Transliteration: gān jú lèi shuǐ guǒ

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Citrus Fruit/ˈsɪ.trəs fruːt/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"柑橘类水果富含维生素C。"

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A category of fruit that includes oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits, known for their tangy flavor and high vitamin C content.

    "Citrus fruits are often used in salads and desserts for their refreshing taste."
  2. 2

    Any fruit that belongs to the genus Citrus, typically characterized by a leathery rind and juicy segments.

    "Lemons and limes are popular citrus fruits used in cooking and beverages."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'citrus' originates from the Latin word 'citrus', which referred to the citron tree. The word evolved through Greek 'kítron', reflecting the fruit's historical significance in Mediterranean cultures. 'Fruit' comes from the Latin 'fructus', meaning 'to enjoy' or 'to have', indicating the pleasurable nature of edible plants.

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