squash

[skwɒʃ]

squash Definition

• 1. to crush something into a flat shape
• 2. a type of vegetable with a hard outer shell and soft inner flesh, often used in cooking
• 3. a game played by two or four people on a court surrounded by four walls, using rackets and a small rubber ball

Using squash: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "squash" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He accidentally squashed the cake while carrying it.

• Example

  She made a delicious soup with squash and carrots.

• Example

  We played squash at the gym yesterday.

• Example

  The car was completely squashed in the accident.

squash Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for squash

• crush
• flatten
• pulverize
• zucchini
• pumpkin
• racquetball

Phrases with squash

• summer squash

  a type of squash that is harvested when it is still immature and has a soft skin

  Example

  I prefer summer squash to winter squash because it has a milder flavor.

• acorn squash

  a type of winter squash that is shaped like an acorn and has a sweet, nutty flavor

  Example

  Acorn squash is perfect for roasting and stuffing with savory ingredients.

• butternut squash

  a type of winter squash that has a smooth, tan exterior and a sweet, nutty flavor

  Example

  Butternut squash soup is a classic fall dish.

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Summary: squash in Brief

The term 'squash' [skwɒʃ] can be used as a verb to mean crushing something into a flat shape, or as a noun to refer to a type of vegetable with a hard outer shell and soft inner flesh, or a game played with rackets and a small rubber ball. Examples include 'He accidentally squashed the cake while carrying it,' 'She made a delicious soup with squash and carrots,' and 'We played squash at the gym yesterday.' Phrases include 'summer squash,' 'acorn squash,' and 'butternut squash.'