summer squash

noun

1. any of several squashes of the variety Cucurbita pepo melopepo, that mature in the late summer or early autumn and are used as a vegetable in an unripe state, before the rind and seeds become hard.

Word History and Origins

Origin of summer squash¹

First recorded in 1745–55

Example Sentences

Like tomatoes, zucchini and summer squash are technically in the fruit family, though cooking-wise they are most often treated as a vegetable.

From Washington Times

Recipe for Greek Lamb Kebabs If you double the marinade, you could also marinate some chunks of red onion, zucchini and summer squash separately.

From Washington Times

If you double the marinade, you could also marinate some chunks of red onion, zucchini and summer squash separately.

From Washington Times

Drizzle basil oil over roasted peppers, poached salmon, sliced tomatoes and mozzarella, or grilled zucchini and summer squash, to name but a few options.

From Washington Times

Some variations are made with potatoes and other roots, leafy greens and a variety of summer squash.

From Washington Post