squash-blossom

squash-blos·som

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Definition of squash-blossom word

adjective squash-blossom indicating or pertaining to a design or configuration resembling the flower of the squash plant, especially as found in jewelry made by various American Indians. 1

before 1920

One of the 12% newest English words

First recorded in 1920-25

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 29% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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