CITRUSES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

any of numerous tropical usually thorny evergreen trees of the genus Citrus having leathery evergreen leaves and widely cultivated for their juicy edible fruits having leathery aromatic rinds

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

any of numerous fruits of the genus Citrus having thick rind and juicy pulp

Example: grown in warm regions

Synonyms

Citrus fruit, Citrous fruit, Citrus, Citrus tree