What is the meaning of squash?

noun

  • Any of numerous annual trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits.
  • Edible fruit of a squash plant; eaten as a vegetable.
  • A game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets.

verb

  • To compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition.
    • usage: "crush an aluminum can"; "squeeze a lemon"
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