Definition

The practice of growing and farming citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.

Example

Citriculture is important for the economy of regions that produce citrus fruits.

Conversation

I just read an article about citriculture and how it's growing in popularity.

Really? I didn't know it was such a big deal.

Yeah, they talked about the benefits of cultivating citrus fruits.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how it affects local economies.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Citriculture is formed from "citrus" (from Latin *citrus*, meaning the citrus tree or fruit) and "-culture" (from Latin *cultura*, meaning cultivation or care). The word refers to the cultivation of citrus fruits.

Memory Tip

Think of 'citrus' as the type of fruit being grown and '-culture' as the act of cultivating — that's how citriculture means the cultivation of citrus fruits.

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