Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
squeeze-a-lemon
Verb
/skwiːz ə ˈlɛmən/
Definition
A directive to extract the juice from a lemon by applying pressure to its surface.
Examples
- Before you make lemonade, you need to squeeze a lemon to get the fresh juice.
- To enhance the flavor of the dish, you can squeeze a lemon on top just before serving.
Meaning
To squeeze a lemon means to apply force and compress the fruit to release its juice, which is commonly used in cooking and beverages.
Synonyms
- Extract juice
- Press
- Juice a lemon
