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acorn squash

noun

  1. an acorn-shaped variety of winter squash, growing to 18 inches (46 centimeters) long and 14 inches (36 centimeters) in diameter, having a dark-green to orange-yellow skin and yellow to orange flesh.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of acorn squash1

First recorded in 1935–40

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Example Sentences

Stuffed acorn squash with lentils, pecans and brown butter is a standout vegetarian holiday mainCoconut milk acts as both liquid and fat.

These beauties are a hybrid between yellow crookneck, delicata and yellow acorn squash.

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