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Loofah (Noun)

Meaning 1

The dried fibrous part of the fruit of a plant of the genus Luffa; used as a washing sponge or strainer.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

  • Loofa
  • Luffa
  • Loufah Sponge

Hypernyms

  • Fiber

Meaning 2

The loofah climber that has cylindrical fruit.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The loofah climber is a type of vining plant that produces cylindrical fruit that can be eaten or used as a sponge.
  • In some parts of the world, the loofah is considered a delicacy and is often served in stir-fries and soups.
  • The loofah climber is a versatile plant that can be trained to grow up trellises or left to spread on the ground.
  • Loofahs are often harvested when they are young and tender, as they become too fibrous to eat when they mature.
  • In addition to being edible, the dried and processed loofah can be used as a natural exfoliating sponge in the bath.

Synonyms

  • Vegetable Sponge
  • Luffa Cylindrica

Hypernyms

  • Sponge Gourd
  • Rag Gourd
  • Strainer Vine
  • Dishcloth Gourd
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