noun

citron

SIT-ruhn

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Citron (noun) means a citrus fruit, or the small tree it grows on, whose thick rind is often candied. Example: “The recipe calls for candied citron in the fruit cake.”

noun

A citrus fruit, or the small tree it grows on, whose thick rind is often candied.

"The recipe calls for candied citron in the fruit cake."

"A citron looks a little like a large, lumpy lemon."

"They grow a citron tree in a pot by the south wall."

A greenish yellow colour.

"The walls were painted a soft citron."

"She wore a citron scarf that stood out against her grey coat."

"The label is printed in bright citron."

How to use citron

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA lemon-like citrus fruit, or the greenish yellow colour named after it.

When to use it

As a colour word it is more common in design, fashion and description than in casual speech.

Memory tip

Say the stress on the first syllable, SIT-ruhn, whichever meaning you intend.

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Easily confused with

citrine

Common pairings

candied citron citron peel citron tree citron yellow

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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The recipe calls for candied _____ in the fruit cake.

Etymology

The word was borrowed from French, where citron meant lemon or lime, and comes from Latin citrus. It probably reached Latin through Etruscan from the Ancient Greek word for cedar.

Origin: French

Rhymes for citron

positron

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Frequently asked questions

What is a citron?

A citron is a citrus fruit from the small tree Citrus medica. Its rind is often candied.

What colour is citron?

Citron is a greenish yellow, inspired by the colour of the fruit's rind.

Is citron the same as lemon?

No. They are different fruits, although the French word citron means lemon or lime and gave English its word.

What is the meaning of citron?

"citron" (noun) means a citrus fruit, or the small tree it grows on, whose thick rind is often candied.