squash
Translation
to squash, to crush
Examples
He squashed the bug with his shoe.
He squashed the bug with his shoe.
We all squashed into the small car.
We all squashed into the small car.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to crush or flatten (sth.). He squashed the spider.
((sb./sth.)) ((into sth.)) to fit into a small space. We all squashed into the elevator.
Similar Words
Synonyms: crush, flatten, press
Etymology
From Old French `esquasser`, 'to shatter'.
Memory Tips
Think of the sound 'squash!' when you step on something soft.