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lem·on

lemon

 
 
pronunciation:
le mn
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: A lemon is a small, sour fruit with yellow skin. Lemons grow on trees.
Vince made a pitcher of lemonade with three whole lemons.
 
definition 2: Lemon is the tree on which lemons grow.
Lemons grow well in Florida.
definition 3: (informal) When something does not work well, it is sometimes called a "lemon."
Mac's father said the car he bought was a lemon, so he got it replaced.
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  • lemonade:
    a drink made from water, lemon juice, and sugar.
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