horned melon

Meaning

Noun

  • A plant of the species Cucumis metulifer (species), bearing a cucumber-like fruit.
  • The fruit of the horned melon plant, having yellow-orange skin and lime green, jelly-like flesh with a tart taste, and texture similar to a cucumber.

Origin

  • horned + melon

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