Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

cushaw

American  
[kuh-shaw, koo-shaw] / kəˈʃɔ, ˈku ʃɔ /

noun

  1. any of several squashes having long, curved necks, especially varieties of Cucurbita mixta.


Etymology

Origin of cushaw

An Americanism dating back to 1580–90; origin obscure; alleged American Indian etymologies unsubstantiated

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

They have to take extra care when lifting their nearly 50-pound cushaw squash.

From Washington Times

In addition to the massive cushaw squash, the Bells grow butternut squash, tomatoes, green beans and watermelons.

From Washington Times

Bell said the butternut squash are generally considered more edible, even though some people like to eat the large cushaw squash.

From Washington Times