Definitions
- Describing the fruit of a small green citrus tree, often used in cooking and drinks. - Referring to the green color of an object or substance, similar to that of a lime fruit. - Talking about a type of mortar made from limestone and used in construction.
- Describing the fruit of a small yellow citrus tree, often used in cooking and drinks. - Referring to a sour or unpleasant experience or situation. - Talking about a person who is unreliable or untrustworthy.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are citrus fruits.
- 2Both are used in cooking and drinks.
- 3Both have acidic properties.
- 4Both can be used for flavoring or garnishing.
- 5Both have a similar shape and size.
What is the difference?
- 1Color: Limes are typically green while lemons are yellow.
- 2Taste: Limes have a more bitter and tart taste while lemons are more sour.
- 3Uses: Limes are often used in Mexican and Southeast Asian cuisine while lemons are more commonly used in Mediterranean and European cuisine.
- 4Slang: Lemon can be used as slang to describe a faulty or unreliable product or person, while lime does not have this connotation.
- 5Varieties: There are many varieties of lemons such as Meyer lemons, Eureka lemons, and Lisbon lemons, while there are fewer varieties of limes such as Key limes and Persian limes.
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Remember this!
Lime and lemon are both citrus fruits with acidic properties that are commonly used in cooking and drinks. However, they differ in color, taste, uses, slang connotations, and varieties.
