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citrus aurantifolia

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun citrus aurantifolia has 1 sense
  1. lime, lime tree, Citrus aurantifolia - any of various related trees bearing limes
    --1 is a kind of citrus, citrus tree
    --1 is a member of genus Citrus
    --1 has parts: lime

Definitions from the Web

Citrus Aurantifolia

Description:

Citrus aurantifolia, commonly known as the Key lime or Mexican lime, is a small, round citrus fruit with a thin, greenish-yellow rind and acidic, highly aromatic flesh. It belongs to the Rutaceae family and is native to Southeast Asia.

Senses:

1. Noun (Botany):

A small round citrus fruit with a tangy flavor, typically used in cooking, baking, and beverages.

Sample Sentence:

The bartender garnished the margarita with a slice of fresh citrus aurantifolia.

2. Adjective (Horticulture):

Relating to or characteristic of the lime tree of the species Citrus aurantifolia.

Sample Sentence:

The expert gardener provided tips on cultivating citrus aurantifolia trees in subtropical climates.

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