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Definition of kinnow

kinnow

/ˈkɪn.oʊ/
kin · now
Plural:kinnows
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kinnow Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A high-yield mandarin hybrid cultivated extensively in the Punjab region of Pakistan and India, prized for its abundant juice and sweet-tart flavor.

Example

"During the winter months, the markets in Lahore are flooded with fresh, brightly colored kinnows."

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• Rhymes for kinnow

• Nearby Words

kinglet
kingston
kinkajou
kinnow
kinshasa
kintampo
kinuseo

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 1930s as a portmanteau of its parent citrus varieties: the 'King' mandarin and the 'Willow Leaf' mandarin. The hybrid was developed by H.B. Frost at the University of California Citrus Experiment Station.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kinnow. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kinnow
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