citrus limonia
Definition
- Noun:
- A hybrid citrus fruit: A specific type of citrus fruit that is a cross between a mandarin orange and a lemon, known for its very acidic, lemon-like flesh and orange-colored rind.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The recipe calls for the juice of a citrus limonia.
- Citrus limonia trees are cultivated in many subtropical regions.
- The distinctive flavor of citrus limonia comes from its unique parentage.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical or horticultural contexts: The term is used precisely to refer to this specific hybrid species and its cultivars.
- The study focused on the disease resistance of Citrus limonia compared to its parent species.
Variants and Related Words
- Lemonime: A common commercial name for fruits of the hybrid.
- Rangpur lime: Another common name for this fruit, though it is not a true lime.
- Citrus × limonia: The formal botanical designation indicating its hybrid status.
Synonyms
- Rangpur lime (common name)
- Lemonime (common name)
- Mandarin lime (descriptive name)
Notes on Meaning
- While commonly called a "lime" (e.g., Rangpur lime), is botanically distinct from true limes (, ). Its primary defining characteristics are its genetic origin (mandarin × lemon), highly acidic juice, and orange-colored peel.
Noun
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hybrid between mandarin orange and lemon having very acid fruit with orange peel
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