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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It’s got loads of ripe spring veggies to love—including zucchini, peppers, and spinach—paired with goat cheese, mozzarella, and a tangy balsamic vinegar glaze.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2025
Sun Exposure: Full Sun Soil Type: Moist, Well-draining, Fertile
Soil pH: Acidic to Neutral (5.8-7.0)
The genus Cucurbita includes summer and winter squash, pumpkins, zucchini, and ornamental gourds.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
His modern take on German fare includes Bavarian-style pretzels and chicken schnitzel and zucchini falafel sandwiches.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
Lots and lots of bees that are incredibly fond of zucchini blossoms and the huge avocado tree, which yields some of the creamiest fruit this side of Miami.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 8 Mar. 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2025
Sun Exposure: Full Sun Soil Type: Moist, Well-draining, Fertile
Soil pH: Acidic to Neutral (5.8-7.0)
The genus Cucurbita includes summer and winter squash, pumpkins, zucchini, and ornamental gourds.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
His modern take on German fare includes Bavarian-style pretzels and chicken schnitzel and zucchini falafel sandwiches.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
Lots and lots of bees that are incredibly fond of zucchini blossoms and the huge avocado tree, which yields some of the creamiest fruit this side of Miami.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 8 Mar. 2025
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“Zucchini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zucchini. Accessed 8 May. 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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