What is the meaning of the word "squash"?
Definitions:
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a concentrated syrup, usually fruit-based, that is diluted to produce a drink
noun
- We prepared a jug of lemon squash.
- We prepared a jug of lemon squash.
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a game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets
noun
- I enjoy playing squash.
- I enjoy playing squash.
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any of numerous annual trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits
noun
- We've planted squashes in the garden.
- We've planted squashes in the garden.
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edible fruit of a squash plant
noun
- The recipe called for squash.
- The recipe called for squash.
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to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
verb
- I managed to squash the sleeping bag in to its container.
- I managed to squash the sleeping bag in to its container.