squash-blossom

[ skwosh-blos-uhm, skwawsh- ]

adjective

1. indicating or pertaining to a design or configuration resembling the flower of the squash plant, especially as found in jewelry made by various American Indians.

Word History and Origins

Origin of squash-blossom¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

The whorl represents the squash blossom, which is the Hopi emblem of purity and maidenhood.

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This is called the squash-blossom headdress and signifies maturity.

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We stood near our squash-blossom girl, and the progress of the race was written on her face.

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