Muskmelon
(noun)
A variety of melon that has a sweet musky aroma and orange flesh.
Origin:
The word muskmelon comes from the word musk which refers to the sweet musky aroma that muskmelons possess. the suffix -melon refers to a type of melon.
Examples:
- I love to eat muskmelon in the summertime.
- The farmers market had a great selection of muskmelons for sale.
- Muskmelons are a great source of hydration during the hot summer months.
- Muskmelons are often used in fruit salads and smoothies.
- The muskmelon's rind is usually rough and has a pale green color.