squash definition

1. any of numerous annual trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits
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
4. to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
• examples: crush an aluminum can
• examples: squeeze a lemon