citron
/ˈsɪtrən/
noun
- A large citrus fruit with a thick, bumpy rind and sour pulp, used mainly for its peel in cooking and candied form.
- She sliced the citron and preserved the rind in sugar syrup.
- Citron peel is often used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes.
- The baker added candied citron to the fruitcake for a tangy flavor.
- The tree that produces this fruit, native to Asia and cultivated in warm climates.
- The citron tree in their backyard was heavy with yellow fruit.
- Farmers in Corsica have grown citron trees for centuries.
- A mature citron can reach up to 15 feet in height.
- A pale yellow color resembling the fruit's rind.
- The citron hue of the tablecloth matched the lemon centerpieces.
- She chose a citron scarf to brighten her winter coat.
- The walls were painted a soft citron, giving the room a sunny feel.