citrusy

American  

[si-truhs-ee] / ˈsɪ trəs i /

adjective

1. having a naturally derived or artificially produced taste or scent of citrus fruit.

   The citrusy flavor in the sauce is tangerine.

   Among their citrusy bath products is a soap that smells like pink grapefruit.

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Etymology

Origin of citrusy

First recorded in 1945–50; citrus ( def. ) + -y ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

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citrusy

"If you love tequila but want a longer drink, or you want something citrusy like a Paloma but a bit cleaner with wine notes, you have to try it," he adds.

From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026

Order a round of fritters, a rum punch and a plate of griot, a citrusy pork dish that is slow-braised and then fried until crisp.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026

Little bites of umami crackle and crunch that bring a welcome jolt of delight to some of my favorite dishes — congee, citrusy chicken Caesar wraps, anything that benefits from a salty, shattery finish.

From Salon ● Apr. 26, 2026

This recipe for sunny, citrusy granola—a no-brainer breakfast paired with fruit and yogurt, and an irresistible afternoon snack on its own.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 8, 2026

Late-spring sunlight streamed in through the window by her bed, covering everything in a citrusy glow.

From "Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World" by Ashley Herring Blake