acorn squash

American  

noun

1. an acorn-shaped variety of winter squash, growing to 18 inches (46 centimeters) long and 14 inches (36 centimeters) in diameter, having a dark-green to orange-yellow skin and yellow to orange flesh.

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Etymology

Origin of acorn squash

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

The latter is what we had in mind for this acorn squash in our book “Cook What You Have,” which draws on pantry staples to assemble easy weeknight meals.

From Washington Times • Dec. 7, 2023

Grab a delicata or acorn squash, halve and scoop out the seeds, then bake until tender, then fill with stuffing and bake for a few more minutes.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2021

Stuffed acorn squash with panko-crusted crab makes for a delicious Thanksgiving side dish.

From Fox News • Nov. 23, 2021

Abra Berens’s beautiful new book, “Grist,” provided just the inspiration I needed, in a recipe for acorn squash halves stuffed with a lentil-pecan mixture, bathed in a sage-infused brown butter.

From Washington Post • Nov. 14, 2021

I read the signs: butternut, acorn squash, banana squash, and delicata.

From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins