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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
Examples of zucchini in a Sentence
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Other options: Examples are zucchini, asparagus, bell peppers, cucumbers, and mushrooms.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2025
For a low-carb meal, serve the shrimp over zucchini noodles or with steamed vegetables, such as cauliflower, broccoli and asparagus.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
The moussaka — one of Farah’s personal favorites — is a baked casserole made with seasoned ground leg of lamb, layered between eggplant and zucchini, topped with bechamel sauce, as well as Swiss and vlahotiri cheese and served with rice pilaf.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Jan. 2025
Smaller, less mature zucchini or crookneck squash will have fewer seeds and a more delicate flavor.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 1 Jan. 2025
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Word History
Etymology
Italian, plural of zucchino, diminutive of zucca gourd
First Known Use
1925, in the meaning defined above
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“Zucchini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zucchini. Accessed 20 Jan. 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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