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melon

/ˈmɛlən/
Meanings
  • noun

    A type of large, sweet fruit with a smooth rind and juicy, sweet interior.

    - "I love the refreshing taste of a ripe watermelon on a hot summer day."
    - "Can you slice the melon for me please?"
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈmɛlən/



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  2. /ˈmɛlən/



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  3. /ˈmɛlən/



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  4. /ˈmɛlən/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with melon
belton , melatonin , helion , dealion
Variants
List of all variants of melon that leads to same result
mellon , melon , melons , melon baller , honeydew melon , honeydew melons , winter melon , winter melons , crenshaw , crenshaw melon , crenshaws
Etymology
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The word 'melon' comes from the Greek word 'meliton', which means 'honeyed apple'. Melons have a sweet taste and juicy texture, which may explain the origin of their name.

Trivia
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  1. Watermelons are actually a type of fruit that belong to the cucumber family.

  2. The largest watermelon ever recorded weighed over 3,500 pounds.

  3. Melons contain high levels of water and nutrients, making them a great choice for staying hydrated and healthy.

Related Concepts
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  1. Watermelon: A popular type of melon with a red or pink flesh and a hard green rind. Watermelons are often eaten fresh, but can also be used to make juices, desserts, and other dishes.

  2. Cantaloupe: A type of melon with a netted rind and orange or yellow flesh. Cantaloupes are often eaten fresh, but can also be used in salads and desserts.

Culture
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Melons have been cultivated for thousands of years and are grown in many parts of the world. They are often used in various dishes and desserts, and are also enjoyed as a refreshing snack. Melons have been mentioned in literature and art throughout history, such as in the works of William Shakespeare and Leonardo da Vinci.

How to Memorize "melon"

  1. visualize

    - Close your eyes and imagine a large, juicy melon. Visualize its smooth, bright green rind and its sweet, refreshing interior.
    - Think about the sensation of biting into a ripe melon and feeling the juice drip down your chin.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'melon' with the summer season and refreshing, cool treats.
    - Think about the sweet taste and juicy texture of a ripe melon.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'My Very Educated Mother Just Served Us Nine Pizzas'. Each letter in the phrase corresponds to the first letter of the nine fruits in the melon family, including melon.
    - Create a mental image of a melon with the letters M-E-L-O-N written on it to help remember the spelling.

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