acorn-squash
acorn squash
noun
an acorn-shaped variety of winter squash, growing to 18 inches (46 cm) long and 14 inches (36 cm) in diameter, having a dark-green to orange-yellow skin and yellow to orange flesh.
Origin:
1935–40
1935–40
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| acorn squash | |
noun | |
| 1. | squash plant bearing small acorn-shaped fruits having yellow flesh and dark green or yellow rind with longitudinal ridges |
| 2. | small dark green or yellow ribbed squash with yellow to orange flesh |
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Acorn-squash
is always a great word to know.
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| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
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