Calabash (noun)

1. A large, round, gourd-like fruit from the Lagenaria plant, used for food and drink, or for making bowls and containers.
2. A bottle or bowl made from the calabash fruit, often used for serving alcohol.

Origin:

The word 'calabash' comes from the taíno word kalábash, meaning 'gourd' or 'fruit of the lagenaria plant'.

Examples:

1. The calabash was a staple food in many cultures, used for cooking, as well as for making containers for water and other liquids.
2. The calabash was used to make musical instruments, such as maracas, and was also used for decoration.
3. The calabash bottle was a popular way to serve alcohol, especially in Africa and the Caribbean.
4. The shape of the calabash made it an ideal container, as it was easy to hold and drink from.
5. The calabash was a versatile and valuable resource, and was used for many different purposes in many different cultures.