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winter squash
noun[ C or U ]
uk /ˌwɪn.tə ˈskwɒʃ/ us /ˌwɪn.t̬ɚ ˈskwɑːʃ/pluralwinter squash or winter squashes
any of several types of squash(= large vegetables with a hard skin and a lot of seeds inside) that are picked later in the year:
Winter squash are actually harvested in autumn rather than winter, but can be kept for several months.
The best known by far of the winter squashes is the pumpkin.
Winter squash is a delicious source of vitamin A.
You can use any kind of winter squash in this recipe.
This is an attractive type of winter squash, with orange skin and dark green stripes.
The dish was made with a selection of winter squash.
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