CITRON


Meaning of CITRON in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈsi-trən ]

noun

Etymology: Middle French, modification of Latin citrus

Date: 1530

1.

a. : a citrus fruit resembling a lemon but larger with little pulp and a very thick rind

b. : a small shrubby tree ( Citrus medica ) that produces citrons and is cultivated in tropical regions

c. : the preserved rind of the citron used especially in cakes and puddings

2. : a small hard-fleshed watermelon used especially in pickles and preserves

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