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Meaning of melon
The primary meaning of the word "melon" is a type of fruit.
Etymology of melon
The word "melon" comes from the Old French word "melon", which is derived from the Latin word "melopepo", meaning "a kind of gourd".
The Latin word "melopepo" is a combination of the Greek words "melon", meaning "apple", and "pepon", meaning "to ripen" or "to be cooked".
The word "melon" has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a type of fruit, and its meaning has remained relatively consistent over time.
Synonyms
watermelon
cantaloupe
honeydew
casaba
crenshaw
galia
sharlyn
canary melon
orange flesh melon
sweet melon
muskmelon
rockmelon
pine melon
Spanish melon
Persian melon
apple melon
banana melon
mango melon
papaya melon
peach melon
pomegranate melon
fruit
gourd
squash
pumpkin
vegetable
produce
crop
harvest
yield
Definitions
- A sweet and typically juicy fruit with a soft rind, often eaten fresh or used in salads and desserts.
- * A type of fruit that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family, which also includes cucumbers, squash, and gourds.
Usage Examples
- The farmer grew a variety of melons in his field, including watermelon and cantaloupe.
- * The salad included a mix of fresh melon, prosciutto, and mozzarella cheese.
- * The melon was ripe and ready to eat, with a sweet and slightly musky flavor.