1. small, round, flat summer squashes with scalloped edges, typically white or yellow in color

Examples

• The farmer’s market had fresh pattypans alongside zucchini and yellow squash.
• She stuffed the pattypans with rice and herbs for dinner.
• Pattypans are best harvested when they’re small and tender.
• The white pattypans looked like little flying saucers in the garden.
• He grilled the pattypans with olive oil and garlic.
• These pattypans are perfect for summer vegetable medleys.