clementine

noun

clem·​en·​tine ˈkle-mən-ˌtēn 

-ˌtīn

: a small nearly seedless citrus fruit that is probably a hybrid between a tangerine and an orange

Examples of clementine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Overlooking scenic gardens, inventive dishes like Cornish Crab with leafy clementine, marigold, and timut pepper are perfectly executed by Chef Daniel Clifford. — Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Their 50-acre estate in the center of Rutherford is home to Bordeaux varieties, including the Malbec used to make this sophisticated rosé, which proffers a nose of raspberry, clementine, and freesia. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 June 2026

The mill also won with clementine oil in 2017 and basil in 2021, and has taken home Good Food Awards in other categories for its biscotti and granola. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026

Pair with a ready-to-eat fruit, like a clementine, banana, or a handful of grapes, for a truly well-rounded quick plate. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 2 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

French clémentine probably from Clément Rodier, French priest who discovered the hybrid circa 1902

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for clementine

• alkaline
• andesine
• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
• asinine
• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine
• caroline
• centerline