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Definition of fluted gourd
fluted gourd
Plural:fluted gourds
fluted gourd Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A drought-tolerant, dioecious trailing vine (Telfairia occidentalis) native to West Africa, cultivated primarily for its nutrient-rich edible leaves and protein-dense seeds.
Example
"In traditional Nigerian cuisine, the leaves of the fluted gourd are a staple ingredient used to prepare rich, flavorful soups."
Word Origin & Etymology
The name references the prominent longitudinal fluted ribs running along the large, gourd-like fruit of the plant.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fluted gourd. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fluted gourd