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.
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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.