definition of
squash

[1] #1 squash v. [crush, squelch, mash, squeeze] to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition; "crush an aluminum can"; "squeeze a lemon". wn

[2] #2 squash n. [squash vine] any of numerous annual trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits. wn

[3] #3 squash n. edible fruit of a squash plant; eaten as a vegetable. wn

[4] #4 squash n. [squash racquets, squash rackets] a game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets. wn