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

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Citrus Fruits Oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes, and other citrus fruits are full of flavonoids, vitamin C, and soluble fiber, a trio of nutrients that work together to support a healthy heart. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 6 July 2026

The others in the lineup — grapefruit, Paloma and mango margarita — are also very good. — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

Slavick says the beer contains a little orange puree and grapefruit puree in addition to the kumquats, to give the beer extra citrus punch. — Don Tse, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

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