citric
adjective/ˈsɪtrɪk/
Frequency rank: #17,078 most common English word
Meaning
relating to or derived from citrus fruits, especially describing the organic acid found in them.
Example sentence
Lemon juice gets its sharp, sour taste from citric acid.
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