grapefruit
Noun
Meaning
citrus tree bearing large round edible fruit having a thick yellow rind and juicy somewhat acid pulp
large yellow fruit with somewhat acid juicy pulp; usual serving consists of a half
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Examples
A cocktail of Arak and minced frozen khat, mixed with grapefruit juice, has become popular in the south of the country in recent years.
Dishes on offer across both menus include shaved fennel, grapefruit and avocado purée, a risotto of wild mushrooms and truffle, and a tagine of seasonal vegetables with couscous and confit lemon.
Add ice and liquid ingredients to a highball glass, garnish with a grapefruit peel twist.
Add ice, top off with grapefruit soda, and stir.
But it most certainly is not a grapefruit.
Grapefruit is more commonly halved and eaten out of the skin with a spoon. citation There are special spoons ( grapefruit spoons ) with serrated tips designed for this purpose.