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Crossword Clue: Citrus fruit and a color

The answer to the crossword clue "Citrus fruit and a color" is 6 letters long and starts with O. Reveal the full answer below, with an explanation.

Why ORANGE fits

The orange is a popular citrus fruit that also lends its name to a color. Curiously, the fruit came first: English had no dedicated word for the color until the fruit's name was applied to it.

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What is the answer to "Citrus fruit and a color"?

The answer to the crossword clue "Citrus fruit and a color" is ORANGE (6 letters).

How many letters is the answer to "Citrus fruit and a color"?

6 letters, starting with O.