delicata · noun1
So named because of its delicate skin that does not need to be peeled before cooking and can be eaten.
Delicata · proper noun2
Apparently derived from Licata, Sicily.
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delicata
Today it means: An heirloom variety of winter squash, oblong in shape and having a cream-colored skin with green stripes Full definition →