1. a squash-like vegetable with a pear shape, also known as chayote
Usage: primarily Southern U.S., especially Louisiana
2. a small reed instrument or toy whistle that produces a buzzing sound
Usage: musical instrument

Examples

• She stuffed the mirliton with shrimp and breadcrumbs for dinner.
• The recipe called for two large mirlitons, peeled and diced.
• At the farmers market, mirlitons were displayed next to the other squash varieties.
• The children played simple tunes on their mirlitons during music class.
• His grandmother always grew mirlitons in her backyard garden.
• The mirliton’s mild flavor makes it perfect for Creole cooking.