poor man's orange

noun

1. informal.
   a grapefruit

Example Sentences

Bob Adams used to call it "the poor man's orange" for it is rich in vitamins and in malic and citric acid, possessing besides, a fine appetizing flavor which is as truly a value in nutrition as it is a pleasure.

From Project Gutenberg

The first, “Poor Man’s Orange,” was published in the United States in 1951 as “12 1/2 Plymouth Street,” and a prequel, “Missus,” was first published in 1985 in Australia.

From New York Times