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

These foods — like grapefruits, pickles, and leafy greens — are easy additions to your favorite holiday meals. —Renée Onque, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2025

Citrus Fruits In various studies, oranges, grapefruits, and other citrus fruits have had cholesterol-lowering effects. —Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2025

Citrus Juice Citrus fruits, such as grapefruits and oranges, are standouts for their antioxidant power. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 16 Dec. 2025

From fall fragrances like apple cider and more neutral scents like green tea to jolts of refreshing grapefruit, a single scented candle can really set the mood in any space. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 28 Nov. 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