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Definition of Watermelon
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Watermelon: A fruit of African origin that is, in reality, a vegetable related to cucumbers and squash. Watermelon is 92% water and 8% sugar. It is rich in lypocene, an antioxidant that gives it its characteristic color. It is fat free.