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Meaning of squash in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /skwɑʃ/

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  1. Verb

    squash

    Etymology

    mid 16th century (as a verb): alteration of quash

    Definitions

    1. to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition

    Examples

    • « crush an aluminum can »
    • « squeeze a lemon »
  2. Noun

    squash

    Etymology

    mid 17th century: abbreviation of Narragansett asquutasquash

    Definitions

    1. any of numerous annual tendril-bearing trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits
  3. 2. edible fruit of a squash plant

    Examples

    • « eaten as a vegetable »
  4. 3. a game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets

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