citrusy

[ si-truhs-ee ]

adjective

1. having a naturally derived or artificially produced taste or scent of citrus fruit:

   The citrusy flavor in the sauce is tangerine.

   Among their citrusy bath products is a soap that smells like pink grapefruit.

Word History and Origins

Origin of citrusy¹

First recorded in 1945–50; citrus ( def ) + -y ¹( def )

Example Sentences

Ponzu, a citrusy and savory Japanese sauce, is already a kitchen MVP.

From Seattle Times

The Singaporean pickled chili sauce, a thick orange-red purée, offers a citrusy acidity and a quick spiciness that dissipates nicely.

From Seattle Times

The event will also have a variety of citrusy seafood from Shark Bite Ceviches and Oaxacan food from Antojitos Lita Rosita.

From Seattle Times

Most people know that cannabis plants can generate tons of different scents, from skunk to cheese to gasoline and permanent marker, though berry, fruity and citrusy stinks may be more pleasant.

From Salon

“The kitchen’s creativity is displayed in dishes like thinly shaved Monterey abalone with swordfish ‘bacon’ and citrusy dashi broth, as well as a warm bread course paired with a curry-scented hollandaise loaded with sweet Dungeness crab.”

From Salon