zucchini

zuc·chi·ni | \ zu̇-ˈkē-nē

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plural zucchini or zucchinis

Definition of zucchini

: 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 Divide shrimp and sausage and place near the center of aluminum foil sheets, then place zucchini and asparagus on the side. — ExpressNews.com, "Recipe: Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Foil," 20 Nov. 2020 Leeks are ready to harvest this month; earlier in the year, offerings included strawberries, sage, radishes, raspberries, pumpkins and zucchini. — Emily Matchar, Smithsonian Magazine, "Are ‘Edible Landscapes’ the Future of Public Parks?," 16 Nov. 2020 Menn starts by spreading homemade meat sauce across the bottom of the pans before adding no-boil noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, grated yellow squash and zucchini. — Washington Post, "She began by baking lasagna for her city, and now her program spans every U.S. state," 2 Nov. 2020 In a colander, toss the zucchini with salt and drain for 30 minutes. — Meredith Deeds Special To The Star Tribune, Star Tribune, "Prepare for the season of zucchini," 5 Aug. 2020 Nancy Polk, who lives in the area of Rosemont-Acasia Park, picked up several fruits and vegetables to make zucchini bread and apple crisp for her family. — Chanel Stitt, Detroit Free Press, "Hey Y'all Detroit organization provides food, resources to struggling neighborhoods," 15 Sep. 2020 Brandywine grows tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, zucchini, green beans, watermelon, sweet corn and more. — Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, "'No one working together': Indiana produce farmer doesn't know who he'll vote for president," 29 Oct. 2020 That's why this handy spiralizer, which easily turns zucchini, squash, carrots, and other dense produce into noodle-like ribbons, will be a hit with your healthy-eating giftee. — Kate Tully Ellsworth, USA TODAY, "50 great gifts under $25 people will actually use," 8 Oct. 2020 Several people were able to receive an arrangement of apples, oranges, peaches, cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, greens and more. — Chanel Stitt, Detroit Free Press, "Hey Y'all Detroit organization provides food, resources to struggling neighborhoods," 15 Sep. 2020

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“Zucchini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zucchini. Accessed 15 Dec. 2020.

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