Cucurbit
- Pronunciation
- /koo-kur-bit/
- Category
- Botany
- Singular
- Cucurbit
- Plural
- Cucurbits
Definition
A member of the plant family Cucurbitaceae, including plants like cucumbers, squash, pumpkins, and melons.
Etymology
From Latin 'cucurbita,' meaning 'gourd' or 'cucumber'.
Example
Cucurbits are a diverse group of plants with various uses.
Related Terms
- Squash
- Cucumber
- Pumpkin
- Melon