squash meaning and definition

SQUASH noun

Definition of squash (noun)

1. any of numerous annual trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits
   • synonyms: squash vine
2. edible fruit of a squash plant; eaten as a vegetable
3. a game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets
   • synonyms: squash rackets, squash racquets

SQUASH verb

Definition of squash (verb)

1. to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
   • "crush an aluminum can"; "squeeze a lemon"
   • synonyms: crush, mash, squeeze, squelch