Winter Melon Vine (Noun)
Meaning
Any of a variety of muskmelon vines having fruit with a smooth white rind and white or greenish flesh that does not have a musky smell.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The gardener had to train the winter melon vine along the trellis to ensure maximum exposure to sunlight.
- In many Asian cultures the winter melon vine is grown not just for food but for its ornamental value.
- The smooth, waxy coating on the winter melon vine made it difficult to climb.
- To get the most flavor out of the winter melon the farmer made sure to harvest the fruit when the vine turned a light yellowish color.
- She had climbed high up the trellis where the winter melon vine, rich with white flowers had burst with vibrant growth.