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Pomelo

pomelo

noun poh-MEH-loh Rare
Food & Drink Fruits

Origin: from Dutch pompelmoes

Also means

pummelo

Usage Note

Pomelo is the largest citrus fruit, with a thick pithy skin and sweet-mild flesh. It is sold in Germany mainly in winter and is popular in Asian-influenced salads. Not to be confused with Grapefruit, to which it is related. Plural: Pomelos.

Examples

"Pomelos eignen sich gut für Wintersalate zusammen mit Avocado."

Natural Translation

Pomelos are well suited for winter salads together with avocado.

Literal Translation

Pomelos suit themselves well for winter salads together with avocado.

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