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LEMON

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Lemon.

How to pronounce lemon:

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Lemon - as a noun

Yellow oval fruit with juicy acidic flesh

A strong yellow color

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gambogelemon yellowmaize

A small evergreen tree that originated in asia but is widely cultivated for its fruit

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
citrus limonlemon tree
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
citruscitrus tree
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A distinctive tart flavor characteristic of lemons

An artifact (especially an automobile) that is defective or unsatisfactory

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stinker

Lemon - as a verb

To flavour with lemon.

Example: "You can start the vegetables cooking while you are lemoning the fish."

Lemon - as an adjective

Containing or having the flavour/flavor and/or scent of lemons.

Of the pale yellow colour/color of lemons.

(from "lemon tart") smart; cheeky, vocal.

Example Sentences

"I squeezed a lemon into my glass of water."
"The lemon tree in my backyard produces juicy lemons."
"She added a slice of lemon to her iced tea."
"The recipe called for the zest of one lemon."
"I love the refreshing taste of lemon in desserts."
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Word Game Points

Is LEMON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lemon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEMON has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is LEMON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lemon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEMON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is LEMON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lemon is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEMON has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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