Honeydew (noun)

1. A sweet, sticky substance secreted by certain insects, especially aphids, on the leaves of plants.
2. A melon with smooth green skin and sweet, juicy, pale green flesh.

Origin:

Middle english honidewe, from old english hunigdæġ ("honey-dew"), equivalent to honey + dew.

Examples:

1. The leaves were covered in a layer of honeydew, attracting a variety of insects.
2. The honeydew melon was ripe and juicy, perfect for a summer fruit salad.
3. The farmer noticed the honeydew on the leaves and knew he had an aphid problem.
4. She cut the honeydew in half and scooped out the seeds.
5. The honeydew was the sweetest and most delicious melon he had ever tasted.