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cucumis


Meanings
  • noun

    A type of plant that bears long, narrow fruits called cucumbers.

    - "The cucumis plant is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions."
    - "Cucumis is the botanical name for the cucumber."
  • noun

    A type of gourd.

    - "Some varieties of cucumis are used to make juice."
    - "The outer layer of a cucumis is often peeled before eating."

Variants
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Etymology
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From the Latin word 'cucumis', meaning 'gourd' or 'long melon'.


Trivia
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  1. Cucumis is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family.

  2. The world's largest cucumber weighed over 6 feet long and 180 pounds.

  3. Cucumis is rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K and potassium.


Related Concepts
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  1. Cucumber: A long, narrow fruit that is often eaten as a vegetable.

  2. Cucumis melo: A type of cucumis that is commonly used to make cantaloupe melons.


Culture
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Cucumis has been cultivated for thousands of years and is one of the most widely consumed vegetables worldwide. It is used in various dishes, including pickles, salads, and juice. In literature, cucumis is often used as a symbol of refreshment and coolness.

How to Memorize "cucumis"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a long, green vegetable with a bumpy exterior and a smooth, cool interior. Visualize cutting it in half and scooping out the seeds.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'cucumis' with the image of a refreshing cucumber on a hot summer day.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Cucumber Under My Elf's Moustache' to remember the spelling of 'cucumis'.


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