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

Examples of grapefruit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

It was bottled at 44.9 percent ABV and is said to have notes of crisp green apple and pears, fresh pineapple, grapefruit, lime, honeysuckle, and nutmeg spice on the palate. —Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2024

AlUla also has over 200,000 citrus trees (like lemons, oranges, and grapefruits). —Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2024

Plus, the light, refreshing scent of pink grapefruit and fresh rose will leave your hair smelling amazing without being overpowering. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Oct. 2024

Showcase of Citrus sustained some damage to its screen buildings for growing grapefruit, Arnold said. —Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

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