zucchini
noun
zuc·chi·ni
zu̇-ˈkē-nē 
plural zucchini or zucchinis
: a smooth usually cylindrical dark green summer squash
also
: a plant that bears zucchini
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Sautee the potato, onions or shallots, and zucchini together until cooked, approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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CBS News, 22 Nov. 2025
Acorn Squash Acorn squash belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family, which also includes zucchini, pumpkins, and butternut squash.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 21 Nov. 2025
Push cooked squash, such as butternut or acorn squash, through the potato ricer or use it for peas, broccoli, or zucchini.
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
Paired with zucchini spears and pine nuts, your tongue tussles with pillowy soft textures and crunch.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 31 Oct. 2025
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CBS News, 22 Nov. 2025
Acorn Squash Acorn squash belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family, which also includes zucchini, pumpkins, and butternut squash.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 21 Nov. 2025
Push cooked squash, such as butternut or acorn squash, through the potato ricer or use it for peas, broccoli, or zucchini.
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
Paired with zucchini spears and pine nuts, your tongue tussles with pillowy soft textures and crunch.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 31 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for zucchini
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“Zucchini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zucchini. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.
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zucchini
noun
zuc·chi·ni
zu̇-ˈkē-nē
plural zucchini or zucchinis
: a smooth cylinder-shaped usually dark green summer squash
also
: a plant that bears zucchini
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