Definition of Squash
Squash
squash
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to squeeze, press, or crush something so that it becomes soft or flat, or to force something into a small space and cause it to lose its shape;
e.g. One of the early steps in making wine is to squash the grapes.
(verb)
to subdue or suppress an action or feeling, or to reject a suggestion or idea;
e.g. The government tried to squash the protests before they got out of hand. I don't want to squash their ideas.
(noun)
the state of being pressed or squeezed and forced into a space that is too small;
e.g. It was quite a squash on the train since everyone was trying to go home.
(noun)
in British usage, a concentrated liquid that is made with or flavored like sweetened fruit juice, which is then mixed with water or soda to make a drink;
e.g. They were served glasses of orange squash when they arrived.
(noun)
a sport in which two players hit a small rubber ball against the walls of a closed court using long-handled rackets;
e.g. They plan to play a game of squash later this evening.
(noun)
the fruit of any plant from the gourd family, which is cooked and eaten;
e.g. He diced the squash and added it to the stew.
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