Koloquinte

dieNoun

colocynth (a type of bitter cucumber)

English translations

  1. 01

    colocynth

Word details

German meaning
Eine Kürbisart mit bitteren Früchten, die medizinisch verwendet wird.
English meaning
A type of gourd with bitter fruits that is used medicinally.
Synonym
Pflanzenkürbis
German example
Die Koloquinte wurde früher als starkes Abführmittel eingesetzt.
English example
Colocynth was formerly used as a strong laxative.
Type
Noun
Article
die
Singular Form
die Koloquinte
Plural Form
die Koloquinten

Example sentences with “Koloquinte”

  1. Die Koloquinte wird in der Medizin verwendet. (The colocynth is used in medicine.)

Frequently asked questions

Is Koloquinte a common plant?

It is a desert plant, primarily known for its medicinal properties. It is a feminine noun (die).