Family Cucurbitaceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of herbaceous vines (such as cucumber or melon or squash or pumpkin).
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The family cucurbitaceae contains many species of economic importance worldwide, including watermelon, squash, and cucumbers.
- Many types of melons and squashes belong to the family cucurbitaceae.
- The plant belongs to the family cucurbitaceae, which is characterized by its herbaceous vines and fleshy fruits.
- Squash and pumpkin seeds are widely used for snacking, and both belong to the family cucurbitaceae.
- Cucumbers and other plants from the family cucurbitaceae typically produce separate male and female flowers on the same vine.