zucchini

noun

zuc·​chi·​ni zu̇-ˈkē-nē How to pronounce zucchini (audio)
plural zucchini or zucchinis
: a smooth usually cylindrical dark green summer squash
also : a plant that bears zucchini

Examples of zucchini in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Danny designed his table inspired by Basquiat paintings, cooking black rice paella framed with a border composed of a variety of purees, including black garlic, zucchini and crème fraiche. Buddha Lo, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024 Remove any remaining ice from zucchini mixture; transfer zucchini mixture to a colander set in a clean sink and drain. Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2024 Some of her mother's recipes which are on the menu include the flat iron steak with zucchini casserole, the classic wedge salad and the pickle pizza flatbread featuring house made pickles. Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 17 May 2024 There are a few gluten-free options, including a monster cookie and zucchini bread from Bloom Bread & Bakeshop, also based in Peoria. Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for zucchini 

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, plural of zucchino, diminutive of zucca gourd

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of zucchini was in 1925

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“Zucchini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zucchini. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

zucchini

noun
zuc·​chi·​ni zu̇-ˈkē-nē How to pronounce zucchini (audio)
plural zucchini or zucchinis
: a smooth cylinder-shaped usually dark green summer squash
also : a plant that bears zucchini

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