Loofah: meaning, definitions and examples
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loofah
[ หluหfษ ]
bath accessory
A loofah is a natural sponge made from the fibrous interior of the loofah gourd. It is commonly used in bathing to exfoliate the skin and create lather with soap. The texture of a loofah can vary depending on whether it is used dry or wet.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I love using a loofah to scrub my back.
- She bought a new loofah for her shower routine.
- Exfoliating with a loofah helps to remove dead skin cells.
- You should replace your loofah regularly for hygiene reasons.
Translations
Translations of the word "loofah" in other languages:
๐ต๐น esponja vegetal
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเฅเคซเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Luffa
๐ฎ๐ฉ luffa
๐บ๐ฆ ะปััะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ lufa
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใใก
๐ซ๐ท luffa
๐ช๐ธ lufa
๐น๐ท lufa
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฃจํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูููุงู
๐จ๐ฟ lufa
๐ธ๐ฐ lufa
๐จ๐ณ ไธ็
๐ธ๐ฎ lufa
๐ฎ๐ธ lรบfa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปััะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแคแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ lufa
๐ฒ๐ฝ lufa
Etymology
The term 'loofah' is derived from the Arabic word 'luffa', which in turn comes from the plant species known as Luffa cylindrica. This plant is part of the gourd family and is native to tropical and subtropical regions. The loofah gourd was historically utilized for various purposes, including cooking and as a natural cleaning tool. Its fibrous interior is harvested, dried, and processed to create the exfoliating bath accessory we know today. Over time, loofahs gained popularity in Western bathing culture for their eco-friendly and effective exfoliating properties, reinforcing their presence in spas and households alike.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,405, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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