citrusy

[ si-truhs-ee ]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of citrusy¹

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

Example Sentences

It is not overtly hoppy, and the herbaceous, citrusy notes replace any bitter ones.

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First we try Northmaen Blanche, a citrusy wheat beer brewed in Normandy.

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After a heavy meal, a light, citrusy dessert is a welcome finale.

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It has a nice little foam, a kind of toasty flavor, citrusy, just beautiful.

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