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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Citrus Fruits Citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruit, lemons, limes) contain hesperidin, a flavonoid that may lower blood pressure and improve heart health.
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Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 29 May 2025
Orange, grapefruit, or pineapple juice can provide a similar tang, but with a bit more sweetness.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 May 2025
To analyze the impact of flavonoids on aging in this population, the researchers noted how often people consumed flavonoid-rich foods like tea, apples, oranges, grapefruits, blueberries, strawberries, and red wine.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 13 May 2025
Bittersweet Seville orange; grapefruit and lemon peel for acidity; coriander, which is also citrusy; angelica and orris roots for spice; cassia to pair with mint in cocktails; jasmine to go with honey; and plenty of wild juniper.
—Betsy Andrews, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 June 2025
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Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 29 May 2025
Orange, grapefruit, or pineapple juice can provide a similar tang, but with a bit more sweetness.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 May 2025
To analyze the impact of flavonoids on aging in this population, the researchers noted how often people consumed flavonoid-rich foods like tea, apples, oranges, grapefruits, blueberries, strawberries, and red wine.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 13 May 2025
Bittersweet Seville orange; grapefruit and lemon peel for acidity; coriander, which is also citrusy; angelica and orris roots for spice; cassia to pair with mint in cocktails; jasmine to go with honey; and plenty of wild juniper.
—Betsy Andrews, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 June 2025
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“Grapefruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grapefruit. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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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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