DictionarycitronCitrus fruit
noun

citron

SIT-run/ˈsɪtrən/

A large fragrant citrus fruit with a thick yellow rind.

The cut citron reveals thick white rind around a small center of pulp.

One whole, large, knobbly yellow citron beside a cut half, exposing its exceptionally thick white rind and relatively small central pulp.
Etymology

Old French citron named both the citron and the lemon. English likewise once used the word for lemons or limes before restricting it to the large, thick-rinded fruit.

In context

Food Wishes0:03
with candied Citron that's right I'm going to show you how to Candy your own Citrus zest and not just any Citrus zest we're using this the most exotic and fragrant of all the Citrus Buddhas hand
Candied "Buddha's Hand" Citron - How to Candy Citrus for an Edible Gift

More examples

  • The citron has much more rind than juicy flesh.
  • The fabric comes in a greenish-yellow citron shade.
  • A bowl of fresh citrons sits on the market stall.

Forms

citron · citrons

Similar words

lemon
A lemon is generally smaller and juicier; citron is distinguished by its thick aromatic rind.