mikan en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈmɪ.kæn/ (UK)
- /mɪˈkɑːn/ (UK)
Etymology
From Japanese 蜜柑 (ミカン, mikan), short for 温州蜜柑 (うんしゅうミカン, Unshū mikan, literally “honey citrus of Wēnzhōu”).
Meanings
- An orange seedless citrus fruit Citrus unshiu, originating from Japan, about the size of a tangerine.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| mikans | Number=Plur | lexicographic |