Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pompion

Noun
/ˈpɒmpɪən/
Definition
A type of pumpkin, particularly in the context of the pumpkin pie or a widely cultivated gourd.
Examples
  • The children carved a big pompion for Halloween.
  • She made a delicious soup using fresh pompion from the farmers’ market.
  • Pompion pie is a staple dessert during Thanksgiving.
Meaning
Pompion refers to various kinds of squash that are often round and orange, typically associated with fall and Halloween, and utilized in cooking and decoration.
Synonyms
  • Squash
  • Pumpkin
  • Gourd