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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Next, the reality star tries a tray of fried food, including fried zucchini and fried octopus.
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
The verdict: The kale salad, with lemon, roasted garlic, zucchini, parmesan and bread crumbs, was the clear winner.
—Lindsey Erdody, Axios, 10 Mar. 2025
Their diet should mostly comprise leafy greens, zucchini, peppers, cucumbers, and a little fruit.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Stir in the zucchini, chayote and mushrooms, cover partially and simmer for another 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the soup is thick and olive green.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 3 Mar. 2025
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
The verdict: The kale salad, with lemon, roasted garlic, zucchini, parmesan and bread crumbs, was the clear winner.
—Lindsey Erdody, Axios, 10 Mar. 2025
Their diet should mostly comprise leafy greens, zucchini, peppers, cucumbers, and a little fruit.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Stir in the zucchini, chayote and mushrooms, cover partially and simmer for another 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the soup is thick and olive green.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 3 Mar. 2025
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“Zucchini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zucchini. Accessed 3 Apr. 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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