shaddock

/ˈʃædək/

Definitions

1. noun

A citrus fruit, also known as pomelo, with a thick, easy-to-peel skin, often eaten raw or used in marmalades.

“The tree was covered with fragrant shaddocks, a popular ingredient in local jams.”

2. verb

To remove the skin or outer layer of something, especially a fruit.

“She shaddocked the fruit and mixed it with sugar to make a sweet marmalade.”

Synonyms

  • citron
  • pomelo

Antonyms

  • inediaphane
  • inedible