Definition of lemon
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: an acid fruit that is botanically a many-seeded pale yellow oblong berry produced by a small thorny citrus tree (Citrus limon) and that has a rind from which an aromatic oil is extracted
b
: a tree that bears lemons
2
: something (such as an automobile) that is unsatisfactory or defective
lemon
adjectiveDefinition of lemon (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: of the color lemon yellow
2a
: containing lemon
b
: having the flavor or scent of lemon
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The first known use of lemon was in the 15th century
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