tanger

/tændʒər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of citrus fruit, similar to an orange but smaller and more sour.

“The market had a variety of exotic fruits, including a few tangers on display.”

2. verb

To cause to become sour or bitter; to spoil.

“The milk had tangered during the night, making it undrinkable.”

Synonyms

  • citrus
  • orange
  • sourfruit

Antonyms

  • ripe
  • sweet