noun
muskmelon
Refers to the fruit Cucumis melo, commonly known as muskmelon. In Japanese, it often specifically denotes high-quality netted melons like the 'Earl's Favorite' variety.
デザートにマスクメロンが出た。
Muskmelon was served for dessert.
マスクメロンは高級フルーツとして贈り物によく使われる。
Muskmelons are often given as gifts as a luxury fruit.
メロン is a broader term for melons in general, while マスクメロン specifically refers to muskmelons, often implying the high-quality netted variety.
Loanword from English 'muskmelon'.