Citron: meaning, definitions and examples

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citron

 

[ หˆsษชtrษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fruit type

A citron is a large, yellow, elongated citrus fruit reminiscent of a lemon but with a thick, bumpy rind. It is less juicy than typical citrus fruits and has a unique flavor that is very aromatic and slightly bitter. The fruit is mostly used for its zest or in candied form in various culinary dishes. Citron is one of the earliest cultivated citrus fruits and has various uses in traditional and modern cuisines.

Synonyms

Citrus medica, buddha's hand, citron fruit

Examples of usage

  • The chef used citron zest to enhance the flavor of his dessert.
  • In Mediterranean cuisine, candied citron is frequently used in pastries.
  • The traditional Jewish Sukkot ritual includes the use of a citron, known as etrog.
  • Citron juice can add a unique twist to marinades and dressings.

Translations

Translations of the word "citron" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cidra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅ€เคฌเฅ‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zitronen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jeruk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั†ะธั‚ั€ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cytron

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒˆใƒญใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท citron

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cรญtricos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท limon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ ˆ๋ชฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูŠู…ูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ citron

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ citron

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŸ ๆชฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ citrus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรญtrรณn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะธะผะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒ˜แƒขแƒ แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ limon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cรญtricos

Etymology

The word 'citron' comes from the Middle French 'citron', which is derived from the Latin 'citrus', and ultimately from the Greek 'kytros'. The citron has been cultivated for thousands of years, and it is believed to have originated in the regions of the Himalayas. In ancient times, it spread to Persia and then to Europe, where it was highly prized for its medicinal properties and culinary uses. The citron was one of the five species of plants used during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. Over the centuries, the citron has been cross-bred with other citrus species, leading to the development of various hybrids and cultivars that are enjoyed around the world today.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,190, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.