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pattypan

Syllabification: (pat·ty·pan)
Pronunciation: /ˈpatēˌpan/
(also pattypan squash)
Definition of pattypan

noun

chiefly US
  • a squash of a saucer-shaped variety with a scalloped rim and creamy white flesh.

Origin:

so named from the resemblance in shape to a pan for baking a patty

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