1. plural of gourd; hard-shelled fruits of climbing or trailing plants, often used as containers or decorations
Usage: countable noun; commonly used in autumn decorations and crafts
2. the dried, hollowed shells of gourds used as vessels, musical instruments, or ornaments
Usage: often refers to the processed or crafted form

Examples

• The farmer grew decorative gourds in her garden for the fall harvest.
• We carved gourds into jack-o'-lanterns for Halloween.
• Dried gourds make excellent natural containers for storing seeds.
• The market displayed colorful gourds of various shapes and sizes.
• In some cultures, gourds are hollowed out and used as musical instruments.
• She arranged gourds and corn stalks on her porch for autumn decoration.