Kaffir Lime Definition

noun
An Asian tree (Citrus hystrix) having small bright green fruit and shiny dark leaves used in cooking.
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Other Word Forms of Kaffir Lime

Noun

Singular:
kaffir lime
Plural:
kaffir-limes

Origin of Kaffir Lime

  • Probably from Kaffir (applied to Citrus hystrix for unknown reasons)

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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