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How did grapefruit get its name?

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Grapefruit It is believed that the name refers to the manner in which grapefruit grows in clusters on a tree. Thanks for using ChaCha!

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  1. Are grapefruit, orange, or lemon seeds poisonous?

    No, Apple seeds, cherry stones, and the kernels inside the pi...

  2. What is the name of the drink with gin and grapefruit juice?

    The name of the drink with gin and grapefruit juice is Gin an...

  3. Does grapefruit juice make you poop?

    Grapefruit juice does not make one go to the bathroom any mor...

  4. Does grapefruit give you gas?

    Grapefruit can cause gasiness in some people, as can beans, d...

  5. Which way do you cut a grapefruit?

    If you want to serve or eat it out of the half with a grapefr...

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  3. Which way do you cut a grapefruit?

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  4. How can you tell if a grapefruit is ripe?

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  5. How many different kinds of grapefruit are there?

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  1. How many different kinds of grapefruit are there?

    There are 3 different types of grapefruit. They include pink,...

  2. Why is a grapefruit called a grapefruit?

    It is believed that the name grapefruit refers to the manner ...

  3. How can you tell if a grapefruit is ripe?

    You can tell if a grapefruit is ripe by how heavy and firm it...

  4. What color is a grapefruit?

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  5. Why do they call the sour fruit a grapefruit when it does not taste like a grape?

    American horticulturists wanted the name "pomelo". However, i...

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