gourd

[ɡɔːd]

gourd Definition

• 1. a large fruit with a hard skin and many seeds, used for decoration or for making containers or musical instruments
• 2. the hard-shelled fruit of any of various plants, especially those of the genus Lagenaria

Using gourd: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gourd" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She painted the gourd with intricate designs.

• Example

  The gourd is often used as a container for water.

• Example

  He carved a gourd into a musical instrument.

gourd Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gourd

• squash
• pumpkin
• cucumber

Phrases with gourd

• birdhouse gourd

  a type of gourd that is often used to make birdhouses due to its unique shape

  Example

  She grew birdhouse gourds in her garden to use for crafting.

• bottle gourd

  a type of gourd that is often used as a container for liquids

  Example

  The bottle gourd is commonly used in Indian cuisine.

• dipper gourd

  a type of gourd that is often used as a ladle or dipper due to its unique shape

  Example

  He used a dipper gourd to scoop water from the stream.

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Summary: gourd in Brief

A 'gourd' [ɡɔːd] is a large fruit with a hard skin and many seeds, often used for decoration or for making containers or musical instruments. It can also refer to the hard-shelled fruit of any of various plants, especially those of the genus Lagenaria. Examples of its use include painting it with intricate designs, using it as a container for water, or carving it into a musical instrument.