Calabash

usgb/ˈkæləbæʃ/
noun

A tropical American plant which has large round fruits.

I grew a calabash in my home garden.
Visual representation of "calabash" - A tropical American plant which has large round fruits.

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  • grow a calabash
  • calabash fruit
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Origin Matters

Calabash is native to the tropics; so it is often found in conversations about tropical agriculture or cuisines.

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The restaurant specialized in tropical dishes, including calabash stew.
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Not Just Food

Although a plant, calabash's hard shell allows it to be used for crafts and musical instruments too.

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Local artisans carved the calabash into intricate patterns.
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Size Variation

Calabashes come in various sizes, which may be referred to in conversations about recipes or gardening.

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Ensure you pick a large calabash for the centerpiece display.
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