pumpkin

A pumpkin is a type of vegetable with a hard rind and soft insides that's often eaten during the fall season.

Pumpkins are super popular around Halloween time because they can be carved into spooky faces, but they're also delicious when baked or made into pies. You'll usually find them at farmers' markets or grocery stores from August to November, and they come in all shapes and sizes - some big, some small, some round, some flat. People use pumpkin puree as a flavoring in soups and smoothies too.