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Noun: hesperidium (hesperidia)  ,hes-pu'ri-dee-um
  1. A type of berry with a leathery rind and pulpy interior divided into segments, characteristic of citrus fruits
    "An orange is a classic example of a hesperidium"

Derived forms: hesperidia

Encyclopedia: Hesperidium