Luffa (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.
Examples
- She used a luffa to gently exfoliate her skin in the shower.
- The gardener harvested the luffa from her garden and dried it to use as a natural sponge.
- The luffa was perfect for washing delicate surfaces without scratching them.
- After washing the dishes, she rinsed the luffa and hung it to dry.
- The spa treatment included a gentle scrub with a luffa to remove dead skin cells.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Any of several tropical annual climbers having large yellow flowers and edible young fruits; grown commercially for the mature fruit's dried fibrous interior that is used as a sponge.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The luffa plant is a popular ingredient in many Asian dishes, particularly in soups and stir-fries.
- After harvesting, the luffa fruit is left to dry, revealing a fibrous interior that can be used as a natural sponge.
- Luffa is also known as loofah or vegetable sponge, and is often used in exfoliating skin treatments.
- The mature luffa fruit is harvested when the rind is dry and brittle, after which it can be used as a scrubbing tool.
- In some parts of the world, luffa is considered a delicacy and is eaten when the fruit is still young and tender.