Tangerine/ˈtændʒəriːn/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Not an Orange Don't confuse tangerines with oranges; tangerines are smaller and sweeter. I prefer tangerines over oranges for a quicker, sweeter snack. Pro Tip 2/3Common Snack Tangerines are popular as a convenient snack, often enjoyed on-the-go. She always packs a tangerine in her lunchbox. Pro Tip 3/3Easy to Peel Tangerines are known for their easy-to-peel skin, which is thinner than that of oranges. Could you peel a tangerine for me, please?