Tangerine

Definition

A small, orange-colored citrus fruit with a thin, loose skin that peels easily, known for its sweet and slightly tart flavor. It is also used as a bright orange-yellow color name.

Example Usage

She packed tangerines in her lunch box because they're convenient to peel and eat at her desk.

Origin

Named after Tangier, a port city in Morocco where the fruit was exported from in the 19th century.

Fun Fact

Tangerines are often confused with mandarins and clementines, but tangerines typically have more seeds and a thicker skin than their relatives.

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