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Definition of ivy gourd
ivy gourd
Plural:ivy gourds
• noun
1
The small, oblong, edible green fruit of this vine, which turns bright red when fully ripe and is widely used as a vegetable in South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Indian cuisines.
Example
"For dinner, she prepared a traditional Indian curry featuring sliced ivy gourd stir-fried with turmeric, mustard seeds, and cumin."
2
A tropical climbing vine in the pumpkin family, native to Africa and Asia, characterized by its white flowers, aggressive growth habit, and small, cucumber-like fruits.
Example
"The gardener trained the ivy gourd to grow along the trellis, where its lush green leaves provided ample shade during the summer."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ivy gourd. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ivy-gourd