shaddock Synonyms
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shaddock Meaning
shaddock (n)
southeastern Asian tree producing large fruits resembling grapefruits
large pear-shaped fruit similar to grapefruit but with coarse dry pulp
shaddock (n.)
A tree (Citrus decumana) and its fruit, which is a large species of orange; -- called also forbidden fruit, and pompelmous.
shaddock Sentence Examples
- The massive shaddock, a tropical citrus fruit, is an ancestor of the grapefruit.
- The rind of the shaddock is thick and pale green, while its flesh is juicy and slightly bitter.
- The pungent scent of shaddock peels is used to repel insects.
- Shaddock trees are highly prized for their ornamental value, as they produce clusters of large, fragrant blossoms.
- The edible seeds of the shaddock can be roasted and used as a coffee substitute.
- In traditional Chinese medicine, the juice of the shaddock is believed to have digestive and cooling properties.
- Shaddocks are a good source of vitamin C and potassium.
- The ancient Chinese inventor and polymath Su Song constructed a hydraulic clock powered by a 20-foot-tall shaddock wheel.
- British writer Somerset Maugham described the shaddock as "an ungainly and colossal fruit."
- The iconic Chicago-style Italian beef sandwich is often garnished with pickled sliced shaddock peppers.
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southeastern Asian tree producing large fruits resembling grapefruits, large pear-shaped fruit similar to grapefruit but with coarse dry pulpA tree (Citrus decu
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The massive shaddock, a tropical citrus fruit, is an ancestor of the grapefruit.
The rind of the shaddock is thick and pale green, while its flesh is juicy and slightly bitter.
The pungent scent of shaddock peels is used to repel insects.
Shaddock trees are highly prized for their ornamental value, as they produce clusters of large, fragrant blossoms.
