Definition

A type of melon that is sweet and has a smooth, pale green skin, or a sticky substance produced by certain insects on plants.

Example

I enjoyed a refreshing slice of honeydew melon at the picnic.

Conversation

Have you ever tried honeydew melon?

Yeah, I had it for the first time last summer, and it was delicious!

I love how sweet and juicy it is, especially on a hot day.

Definitely! It's such a refreshing treat during the summer months.

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Root Explanation

Honeydew is formed from "honey" (from Old English *hunig*, meaning sweet substance produced by bees) and "dew" (from Old English *dūg*, meaning moisture or drops of water). The word "honeydew" refers to a sweet, sticky substance that resembles honey and is often found on plants, resembling drops of dew.

Memory Tip

Think of the sweet substance produced by bees ('honey') and the moisture that collects as drops ('dew') — together, they create the idea of honeydew, a sweet, sticky liquid.

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