lemon — A yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlemən/
Example Sentences
- Life gave him lemons, so he opened a lemonade stand and became a millionaire.
- The chef added lemon zest to brighten up the dish.
- My roommate's dating advice is always a lemon - it never works!
lemon
NOUN[/ˈlemən/]
A yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'lemon' derives from Arabic laymūn, which passed through Persian līmūn into Medieval Latin limo. This citrus fruit name spread from the Mediterranean region throughout Europe via trade routes during the medieval period.
Breakdown
Arabic laymūn (citrus fruit) → Persian līmūn → Medieval Latin limo, ultimately giving English lemon through Romance language evolution.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Life gave him lemons, so he opened a lemonade stand and became a millionaire.”
“The chef added lemon zest to brighten up the dish.”
“My roommate's dating advice is always a lemon - it never works!”
“She grows organic lemons in her backyard garden.”
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