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Definition of pattypan squash
pattypan squash
Plural:pattypan squashes
pattypan squash Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
North American A variety of summer squash (species Cucurbita pepo, family Cucurbitaceae) native to Mesoamerica, distinguished by its small size, round and flattened shape, and prominently scalloped edges that resemble a flying saucer or a tart pan.
Example
"For a light summer dinner, the chef decided to hollow out and roast the bright yellow pattypan squash, filling them with seasoned ricotta and fresh garden herbs."
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pattypan squash. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pattypan squash