winter squash

Noun

Meaning

Any of numerous cultivars of four species of summer-growing vegetable of the genus Cucurbita
Cucurbita maxima

Cucurbita argyrosperma

Cucurbita moschata

Cucurbita pepo

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

pumpkin spaghetti squash cucurbita acorn squash butternut squash

Hyponyms

acorn squash butternut squash cushaw hubbard squash Cucurbita maxima Cucurbita argyrosperma

Examples

But I know I’ll find culinary solace in something just as delicious and versatile: winter squash. Source: Internet

Ever wonder why winter squash is called “winter” squash when it first makes its appearance in the fall? Source: Internet

Hairy Gourd is another winter squash which is in season too. Source: Internet

I’m sad to see my tomatoes start fading from the garden, but in the fall and winter we get delicious winter squash to bake! Source: Internet

Toss chopped carrots, zucchini, winter squash or sweet potatoes into chili or shepherd’s pie. Source: Internet

WAY BACK IN 2007 So what self-respecting vegetable-recipe website like A Veggie Venture takes 2+ years to figure out how to steam winter squash? Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

winter sport winter sports resort Winter Springs winter squash plant winter stay winter storm