Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of citrus tree: A lemon tree (Citrus limetta) that produces fruit with a mildly sweet and somewhat bland pulp.
   • The fruit of this tree: The round, greenish-yellow citrus fruit itself, known for its sweetish, less acidic flavor compared to common lemons or limes.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The sweet lime is often grown in home gardens for its fragrant flowers and easy-to-eat fruit.
  • She prefers the juice of a sweet lime because it is less sour than a regular lime.

Advanced Usage

• Horticultural Context: The term is used specifically in botany and horticulture to classify this particular cultivar of citrus.
  • The sweet lime, also known as the Palestinian sweet lime, is susceptible to certain viruses.

Variants and Related Words

• Sweet lemon: A common alternative name for the same or a very similar citrus fruit ().
• Mosambi: A name used in South Asia, particularly India, for a sweet lime variety.
• Citrus limetta: The scientific botanical name for the sweet lime tree.

Synonyms

• Sweet lemon (noun): Refers to the same fruit, emphasizing its sweetness over acidity.
• Limetta (noun): A less common term derived from the scientific name.

Notes on Meaning

• The term "sweet lime" refers specifically to . It should not be confused with common limes (e.g., Persian or Key limes), which are tart, or with sweetened lime beverages.
• Its primary distinguishing feature is the low acidity and mild sweetness of its pulp.

Noun

1. lemon tree having fruit with a somewhat insipid sweetish pulp