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Mellon

Noun

Definition: A large round fruit with sweet juicy flesh and a hard skin, typically eaten as a dessert or used in fruit salads.

Sample Sentence: I love to eat a slice of juicy mellon on a hot summer day.

Noun

Definition: A wealthy powerful American individual who uses their wealth to support cultural, educational, or scientific institutions.

Sample Sentence: Andrew Carnegie was one of the most famous mellons in history, known for his philanthropy.

Noun

Definition: A last name of Irish origin.

Sample Sentence: Sarah Mellon is hosting a family reunion this weekend.

Verb

Definition: To gather or accumulate money.

Sample Sentence: He worked hard to mellon enough savings for his dream vacation.

Verb

Definition: To become ripe and sweet.

Sample Sentence: It takes a few days for the watermelons to mellon in the sun.