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

Official tasting notes describe notes of tropical sweetness, ginger, spices, aged oak, grapefruit, and a bit of umami on the palate. —Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025

Brushing immediately after eating, especially after eating something acidic like an orange or grapefruit, can damage the enamel of your teeth. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 26 Mar. 2025

The palate is flavorful, featuring grapefruit and apple, herbaceous notes, and a hint of salinity leading to a long fruity finish. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025

The only request the service couldn't deliver on was a supply of Sutton's drink of choice, Ocean Spray grapefruit juice, which is not available on the island. —Stacy Lambe, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for grapefruit

• absolute
• arrowroot
• attribute
• bitterroot
• constitute
• convolute
• destitute
• disrepute
• dissolute
• execute
• institute
• involute

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