gourd (Meaning)
gourd (n)
bottle made from the dried shell of a bottle gourd
any of numerous inedible fruits with hard rinds
any vine of the family Cucurbitaceae that bears fruits with hard rinds
gourd (n.)
A fleshy, three-celled, many-seeded fruit, as the melon, pumpkin, cucumber, etc., of the order Cucurbitaceae; and especially the bottle gourd (Lagenaria vulgaris) which occurs in a great variety of forms, and, when the interior part is removed, serves for bottles, dippers, cups, and other dishes.
A dipper or other vessel made from the shell of a gourd; hence, a drinking vessel; a bottle.
A false die. See Gord.
Alt. of Gourde
Synonyms & Antonyms of gourd
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gourd Sentence Examples
- The farmer proudly displayed his hefty gourd, its smooth skin gleaming in the sunlight.
- The intricate designs etched into the gourd made it a beautiful piece of folk art.
- The hollowed-out gourd resonated with a gentle thud when tapped, creating a soft percussion sound.
- The children delighted in painting colorful gourds and transforming them into whimsical decorations.
- The medicinal gourd was believed to possess healing properties and was used in traditional remedies.
- The gourd's tough exterior and fibrous flesh made it a durable and versatile material for various crafts.
- The birdhouse made of a gourd provided a cozy shelter for feathered visitors.
- The gourd vine sprawled across the trellis, its vibrant green leaves and graceful tendrils creating a natural canopy.
- The gourd vessel was used to store water, keeping it fresh and cool in hot weather.
- The tiny gourd charm adorned a necklace, bringing good fortune to its wearer according to ancient folklore.
FAQs About the word gourd
bottle made from the dried shell of a bottle gourd, any of numerous inedible fruits with hard rinds, any vine of the family Cucurbitaceae that bears fruits with
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The farmer proudly displayed his hefty gourd, its smooth skin gleaming in the sunlight.
The intricate designs etched into the gourd made it a beautiful piece of folk art.
The hollowed-out gourd resonated with a gentle thud when tapped, creating a soft percussion sound.
The children delighted in painting colorful gourds and transforming them into whimsical decorations.
