grapefruit
noun
grape·fruit
ˈgrāp-ˌfrüt 
1
plural grapefruit or grapefruits
: a large round citrus fruit with a bitter yellow rind and a juicy somewhat tart pale yellow, pink, or reddish pulp
2
: a small citrus tree (Citrus paradisi) that produces grapefruit
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Mixing grapefruit, whether as a juice or in a dietary supplement, with some medications can disrupt how the drugs are processed in your body, potentially causing dangerous side effects or loss of effectiveness.
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Ross Phan, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Notes of bright grapefruit and quince bring a fresh, fruit-forward sparkle, while sheer jasmine softens the blend, leaving a light, elegant trail on the skin.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Pomelos The pomelo is the largest member of the citrus family and the ancestor of the grapefruit.
—Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Feb. 2026
Garnish with a grapefruit peel.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026
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Ross Phan, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Notes of bright grapefruit and quince bring a fresh, fruit-forward sparkle, while sheer jasmine softens the blend, leaving a light, elegant trail on the skin.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Pomelos The pomelo is the largest member of the citrus family and the ancestor of the grapefruit.
—Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Feb. 2026
Garnish with a grapefruit peel.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026
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“Grapefruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grapefruit. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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grapefruit
noun
grape·fruit
ˈgrāp-ˌfrüt
1
plural grapefruit or grapefruits
: a large citrus fruit with a bitter yellow rind and a highly flavored somewhat acid juicy pulp
2
: a tree that bears grapefruit
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