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gherkin (gûr`kĭn), species of gourd gourd (gôrd, g ..... Click the link for more information. of the cucumber genus. gherkin a. a tropical American cucurbitaceous climbing plant, Cucumis anguria b. the small edible fruit of this plant How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The pickles, in a uniform of rich brown double-breasted buttoned coat, and yellow or sombre drab continuations, announced their portly forms, in printed capitals, as Walnut, Gherkin, Onion, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Mixed, and other members of that noble family. |
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