Definition

A type of summer squash that is long and green, often used in cooking.

Example

I made a delicious stir-fry with zucchini and other vegetables.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking with zucchini?

Yeah, I love it! It’s so versatile.

I just made a stir-fry with zucchini and it turned out great.

That sounds delicious! I should try that recipe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Zucchini originates from Italian 'zucchina', which is a diminutive form of 'zucca' (meaning pumpkin or squash). The word refers specifically to a small variety of summer squash.

Memory Tip

Think of the Italian word 'zucca' for pumpkin, which helps you remember that zucchini is a type of squash.

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