pomelo
noun
pom·e·lo
ˈpä-mə-ˌlō 
plural pomelos
1
2
or pummelo
a
: a very large thick-rinded usually pear-shaped citrus fruit differing from the closely related grapefruit especially in its loose rind and often coarse dry pulp
b
: a large widely cultivated tropical tree (Citrus maxima synonym C. grandis) of southeast Asia that bears pomelos
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Oranges, grapefruits, lemons, mandarins, pomelos, and kumquats are among the most nutrient-dense citrus fruits.
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Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Feb. 2026
This candle embodies the aromas associated with a fresh start such as bright pomelo, pink amber, and roses.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
Plants in this family produce citrus fruits, including lemon, lime, grapefruit, orange, pomelo, yuzu, and others.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
This bright and balanced prawn and pomelo salad is a staple in the repertoire of Luke Larsson, head chef at Khao Bird.
—Rebekah Evans, TheWeek, 12 Jan. 2026
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Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Feb. 2026
This candle embodies the aromas associated with a fresh start such as bright pomelo, pink amber, and roses.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
Plants in this family produce citrus fruits, including lemon, lime, grapefruit, orange, pomelo, yuzu, and others.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
This bright and balanced prawn and pomelo salad is a staple in the repertoire of Luke Larsson, head chef at Khao Bird.
—Rebekah Evans, TheWeek, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Pomelo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pomelo. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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