Ugli

Pronunciation: /ˈʌɡli/

Definitions of ugli

noun a type of citrus fruit that is a hybrid of a grapefruit and a tangerine

Example Sentences

A1 I saw an ugli in the grocery store.

A2 The ugli fruit is a hybrid of a grapefruit and a tangerine.

B1 The ugli is known for its sweet and tangy flavor.

B2 Some people find the ugli fruit to be a refreshing treat.

C1 The ugli fruit is often used in salads and desserts for its unique taste.

C2 Despite its unattractive appearance, the ugli fruit is highly sought after for its delicious flavor.

Examples of ugli in a Sentence

formal The ugli fruit is a hybrid of a grapefruit, an orange, and a tangerine.

informal I tried an ugli fruit for the first time and it was surprisingly delicious.

slang Don't judge a book by its cover, that guy may seem ugli but he's actually really nice.

figurative The situation was getting ugli, so I had to step in and diffuse the tension.

Grammatical Forms of ugli

• past tense: uglied
• plural: uglis
• comparative: uglier
• superlative: ugliest
• present tense: uglies
• future tense: will ugli
• perfect tense: have uglied
• continuous tense: is ugliing
• singular: ugli
• positive degree: ugly
• infinitive: to ugli
• gerund: uglying
• participle: uglied

Origin and Evolution of ugli

First Known Use: 1960 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'ugli' is believed to have originated from Jamaica, where it was used to describe a type of citrus fruit known as the ugli fruit.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe the specific type of fruit, the word 'ugli' has since evolved to be used colloquially to describe something unattractive or unpleasant.