Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gourd
noun
ɡʊrd
Definition
A gourd is a type of plant that belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae, which also includes cucumbers, squash, and pumpkins.
Examples
- She bought a decorative gourd to display on her table.
- In many cultures, gourds are used to make musical instruments.
- The artist crafted a bowl from a hollowed-out gourd.
Meaning
Gourds are often hard-shelled and can be used for ornamental purposes, utensils, or containers.
Synonyms
- Squash
- Pumpkin
- Calabash
