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Watermelon Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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watermelon

[หˆwษ”ห.tษ™หŒmel.ษ™n ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

juicy fruit

A large, round fruit with green skin and red flesh containing black seeds. It is known for its sweet and refreshing taste.

Synonyms

citron melon, melon.

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Word Description / Examples
watermelon

Commonly used in everyday conversations and informal settings when referring to the popular summer fruit.

  • Would you like some watermelon? The watermelon at the picnic was so refreshing
melon

A general term used to refer to any kind of melon, including watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, etc. It's used when the specific type of melon is not important or unknown.

  • I bought a melon from the market
  • Various melons were displayed at the fruit stand
citron melon

Used in more specialized or culinary contexts, often when referring to the specific variety of melon known for its thick rind and bitter taste. Less common in everyday language.

  • Citron melons are often used in making preserves and candies
  • The chef added chunks of citron melon to the fruit salad

Examples of usage

  • I love eating watermelon on a hot summer day.
  • She sliced the watermelon into small pieces for the picnic.

Translations

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Origin of 'watermelon'

The word 'watermelon' originated from the combination of 'water' and 'melon', referring to the high water content of the fruit. Watermelons are believed to have originated in Africa and were cultivated in ancient Egypt, with evidence of watermelon seeds found in pharaoh tombs. They were later introduced to Europe and the Americas by explorers. Today, watermelons are a popular fruit enjoyed around the world.

See also: water, waterbird, watercourse, watercraft, waterfall, waterfowl, waterfront, waterhole, waterlogged, waterproof, waterproofing, watertight, waterway, waterways.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,867, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.