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Definition of kabosu

kabosu

/kəˈboʊ.suː/
ka · bo · su
Plural:kabosu
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kabosu Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A round, green citrus fruit native to Japan, closely related to the yuzu, valued for its sharp, tart juice which is widely used as a seasoning or condiment in Japanese cuisine.

Example

"The chef squeezed fresh kabosu over the grilled white fish to add a bright, acidic finish to the dish."

2

The evergreen broad-leaf tree of the Rutaceae family that produces the kabosu fruit, cultivated primarily in the Ōita Prefecture of Japan.

Example

"The farmers carefully pruned the kabosu in the early spring to ensure a plentiful harvest later in the year."

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• Nearby Words

kablooie
kabocha
kaboom
kabosu
kabul
kabul river
kadalundi

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed directly from Japanese カボス (kabosu).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kabosu. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kabosu
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