marrow squash

American

noun

any of several squashes having a smooth surface, an oblong shape, and a hard rind.

marrow squash British

noun

any of several oblong squashes that have a hard smooth rind, esp the vegetable marrow

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Etymology

Origin of marrow squash

An Americanism dating back to 1860–65

Example Sentences

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Nearby, Mink swayed alone on the dance floor, a bright orange Boston marrow squash in her arms for a partner.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2023

Receipt 16.—Wheat meal, four quarts, and one quart of well boiled and pounded marrow squash.

From Vegetable Diet: As Sanctioned by Medical Men, and by Experience in All Ages Including a System of Vegetable Cookery by Alcott, William A. (William Andrus)

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