grapefruit
noun
grape·fruit
ˈgrāp-ˌfrüt 
1
plural grapefruit or grapefruits
: a large round citrus fruit with a bitter yellow rind and a juicy somewhat tart pale yellow, pink, or reddish pulp
2
: a small citrus tree (Citrus paradisi) that produces grapefruit
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Winter Pimm's Cup Tropical; heady; spiced: This version of a Pimm's Cup features Pimm's No 1, of course, alongside apple juice, cinnamon and ginger syrups, and lemon and grapefruit juices.
—Scott Hocker, theweek, 27 Dec. 2024
According to the report, the two hurricanes resulted in that forecast dropping by 3 million boxes in orange production and 200,000 boxes in grapefruit production.
—Steve Wilson | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Dec. 2024
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Charcuterie Board Snack Mix
Starring all the best parts of a charcuterie board, this fun snack mix can be made with gluten-free crackers.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2024
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Erin Parker, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
Winter Pimm's Cup Tropical; heady; spiced: This version of a Pimm's Cup features Pimm's No 1, of course, alongside apple juice, cinnamon and ginger syrups, and lemon and grapefruit juices.
—Scott Hocker, theweek, 27 Dec. 2024
According to the report, the two hurricanes resulted in that forecast dropping by 3 million boxes in orange production and 200,000 boxes in grapefruit production.
—Steve Wilson | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Dec. 2024
Get the recipe 15 of 20 Grapefruit Pavlova Sweet-tart grapefruit gives this cloud-like dessert a sunny flavor and a lovely pink hue.
Get the recipe
16 of 20
Charcuterie Board Snack Mix
Starring all the best parts of a charcuterie board, this fun snack mix can be made with gluten-free crackers.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2024
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grapefruit
noun
grape·fruit
ˈgrāp-ˌfrüt
1
plural grapefruit or grapefruits
: a large citrus fruit with a bitter yellow rind and a highly flavored somewhat acid juicy pulp
2
: a tree that bears grapefruit
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