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Definition of limequat

limequat

/ˈlaɪm.kwɑːt/
lime · quat
Plural:limequats
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limequat Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A small, yellow-green citrus fruit that is a hybrid cross between a Key lime and a kumquat, known for having a sweet, edible rind and tart, acidic pulp.

Example

"She sliced a fresh limequat to garnish the cocktail, taking advantage of its uniquely sweet skin and tart juice."

2

The small, cold-hardy citrus tree that bears limequats, often grown as an ornamental plant or in containers.

Example

"The gardener planted a limequat in a large terracotta pot on the patio, hoping its cold hardiness would allow it to survive the mild winter."

• Nearby Words

lime
limeade
limelight
limequat
limerick
limescale
limestone

Word Origin & Etymology

A portmanteau of 'lime' and 'kumquat', coined in the early 20th century when botanist Walter Tennyson Swingle first created the hybrid cross in 1909.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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