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Definition of pomelo

pomelo

/ˈpɑːməˌloʊ/
pom · e · lo
Plural:pomelos
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pomelo Lexical Profile

pomelo Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A large, pale green or yellow citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia, characterized by a thick rind and sweet, mild-tasting flesh.

Example

"We enjoyed a refreshing salad made with segments of sweet pomelo, mint, and crushed peanuts."

2

The evergreen tree of the citrus family that bears the pomelo fruit.

Example

"The farmer planted a new orchard of pomelo to supply the growing demand in the local market."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Often confused with the grapefruit, which is actually a botanical hybrid of the pomelo and the sweet orange.

• Nearby Words

polyzoa
pomarrosa
pomegranate
pomelo
pomeranian
pomfret
pommerac

Word Origin & Etymology

Early 19th century: of uncertain origin; possibly an alteration of the Dutch word 'pompelmoes' or a blend of 'pome' (apple) and 'melon'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pomelo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 19, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pomelo
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