momordica

/mɒmɔrˈdɪkə/

Definitions

1. noun

a tropical plant of the cucumber family, the fruit of which is edible and is used in Asian cuisine.

“The chef added sliced momordica to the stir-fry for added flavor and texture.”

Synonyms

  • bitter melon
  • karela

Antonyms

  • sweet melon