satsuma tree
Definition
Noun: A specific cultivated variety of the mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata), known for its sweet, seedless, and easy-to-peel fruit. It is a type of small citrus tree.
Usage
The term "satsuma tree" refers specifically to the plant that produces satsuma fruit. It is used to identify this particular cultivar. - The satsuma tree in our backyard produces an abundant harvest every winter. - They are planting a new satsuma tree because the fruit is so popular.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical and agricultural contexts, the "satsuma tree" is often classified as .
- The term is used to distinguish this cold-hardy variety from other mandarin or tangerine trees.
Variants and Related Words
- Satsuma (noun): The fruit produced by the satsuma tree.
- I ate a delicious satsuma for a snack.
- Mandarin orange (noun): The broader category of citrus fruit to which the satsuma belongs.
- Tangerine (noun): A common name for mandarin oranges, often used interchangeably, though satsumas are a distinct type.
Synonyms
- Satsuma mandarin
- Citrus unshiu (scientific name)
- Unshu mikan (Japanese name)
Noun
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a variety of mandarin orange
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