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

Eating high-potassium fruits, including grapefruit, has been linked to reducing blood pressure, per Healthline. —Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 14 May 2024

On the drinks menu, there are shots of Fernet Branca and spicy mezcal; cocktails like the Sunset, made with vodka, grapefruit and tonic; Tennessee Tea, made with iced tea, Jack Daniels and honey; and a variety of beers. —Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 10 May 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