Winter Crookneck (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various plants bearing squash having hard rinds and elongated recurved necks.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The farmer harvested his winter crookneck squash in late autumn, when the rinds had hardened and the necks had fully recurved.
- The recipe called for a medium-sized winter crookneck, which she found at the local farmer's market.
- Cooking with winter crookneck squash was a new experience for her, but she was eager to try out the recipe.
- The garden was filled with a variety of winter crookneck squash, each one unique in shape and size.
- Roasted winter crookneck squash made a delicious side dish for the holiday meal.