Meaning & Definition of word "Aguacate"

Aguacate

/ˌɑːɡwəˈkɑːteɪ/

noun:

  • 1. A pear-shaped fruit with a smooth, greenish skin, containing a single large seed, and is typically creamy in texture and rich in flavor.
    • Example: I added sliced aguacate to my salad for some extra creaminess.
  • 2. A tropical tree (Persea americana) that produces avocado fruit.
    • Example: The aguacate tree can grow up to 20 feet tall in the right conditions.

Etymology

From Nahuatl *āhuacatl, meaning 'testicle', due to its shape.

Common Phrases and Expressions

smashed avocado:

A preparation of aguacate that is roughly mashed and used in various dishes.

guacamole:

A dip made from mashed aguacate, typically mixed with lime, salt, and other ingredients.

avocado toast:

A dish consisting of toasted bread topped with mashed aguacate.

Related Words

avocado oil:

Oil extracted from aguacate, known for its health benefits.

guacamole:

A dip made primarily from aguacate.

Persea americana:

The scientific name for the aguacate tree.

Slang Meanings of aguacate

Meaning: Green gold

Example Sentence: In markets, aguacates are often referred to as green gold due to their high value.

Meaning: Nature's butter

Example Sentence: People sometimes call aguacate nature's butter because of its creamy texture.