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Grapefruit Meaning in English

word

/ˈɡɹeɪpˌfɹut/
GRAYP-froot
/ɡɹˈeɪpfɹuːt/
GRAYP-froot

释义

A large, round, citrus fruit with thick skin and a sour or slightly bitter taste. The flesh is usually pink or yellow and is often eaten fresh or as juice.

用法与细微差别

'Grapefruit' is commonly used in health, diet, and breakfast contexts. The taste is much more sour and bitter than oranges. Not to be confused with 'grapes'—the name comes from the fruit growing in clusters. 'Grapefruit juice' is a common phrase.

例句

I like to eat grapefruit for breakfast.

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He drank a glass of grapefruit juice.

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A grapefruit is bigger than an orange.

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Could you slice up some grapefruit for the salad?

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Some people find grapefruit way too bitter, but I love it.

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I heard that eating grapefruit can interact with some medicines.

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