sweet orange
noun
1
a
: an orange (Citrus sinensis) that is probably native to southeastern Asia, has a fruit with a pithy central axis, and is the source of the widely cultivated oranges of commerce
b
: a cultivated orange derived from the sweet orange and usually having fruit with a relatively thin rind and sweet juicy edible pulp
2
: the fruit of a sweet orange
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Handcrafted in micro-batches, Little Bird’s blend of pink grapefruit, sweet orange peel and ginger brings crisp citrus notes while seven more botanicals add to its fresh flavor. 
Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 8 Aug. 2022 These sweet orange rolls will be the cutest part of your Easter brunch. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2022 From lavender and peppermint to vanilla and sweet orange, the shower bombs will help them to create a relaxing spa-like experience right at home. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 23 Aug. 2022 This rainbow dessert for St. Patrick's Day is filled with colorful layers of sweet orange fudge. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2022 Eleven different botanicals are macerated in the spirit for flavor: juniper, angelica root, cardamon, cassia bark, clove, coriander, hyssop, licorice root, lemon verbena, sweet orange peel and bitter orange extract. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2022 Flaky phyllo dough, sweet orange blossom syrup, and a nutty pistachio filling combine to make an unforgettable dessert. Janae Mckenzie, Glamour, 5 May 2022 Tart cranberries and sweet orange combine in this beverage for another tasty and nutritious cocktail option. Lisa Drayer, CNN, 14 Dec. 2021 Vaughn Stewart is back with a Belgian Dubbel spiced with sweet orange peel, Turkish figs and bing cherries. Marc Bona, cleveland, 9 Dec. 2021 See More
Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 8 Aug. 2022 These sweet orange rolls will be the cutest part of your Easter brunch. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2022 From lavender and peppermint to vanilla and sweet orange, the shower bombs will help them to create a relaxing spa-like experience right at home. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 23 Aug. 2022 This rainbow dessert for St. Patrick's Day is filled with colorful layers of sweet orange fudge. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2022 Eleven different botanicals are macerated in the spirit for flavor: juniper, angelica root, cardamon, cassia bark, clove, coriander, hyssop, licorice root, lemon verbena, sweet orange peel and bitter orange extract. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2022 Flaky phyllo dough, sweet orange blossom syrup, and a nutty pistachio filling combine to make an unforgettable dessert. Janae Mckenzie, Glamour, 5 May 2022 Tart cranberries and sweet orange combine in this beverage for another tasty and nutritious cocktail option. Lisa Drayer, CNN, 14 Dec. 2021 Vaughn Stewart is back with a Belgian Dubbel spiced with sweet orange peel, Turkish figs and bing cherries. Marc Bona, cleveland, 9 Dec. 2021 See More Word History
First Known Use
1538, in the meaning defined at sense 1a