Meaning & Definition of word "Avocado"
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Avocado
/ˈævəˌkɑːdoʊ/
noun:
- 1. A large, green, pear-shaped fruit with a rough skin and a creamy flesh, often used in salads and spreads.
- Example: I made a delicious guacamole using ripe avocado.
- 2. The tree (Persea americana) that produces this fruit, commonly found in warm climates.
- Example: The avocado is native to south-central Mexico.
verb:
- 1. To produce or grow avocados.
- Example: They plan to avocado their farm to diversify their crops.
Etymology
From Spanish 'aguacate', derived from Nahuatl 'āhuacatl'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
guacamole:
A dip made from mashed avocado, lime juice, and seasonings, often served with chips.
avocado toast:
A dish consisting of mashed avocado spread on toasted bread.
Related Words
guacamole:
A sauce/dip made primarily from avocados.
essential fatty acids:
Healthy fats found in avocados.
Slang Meanings of avocado
Meaning: A term for a wealthy or pretentious person who overemphasizes health and organic food.
Example Sentence: She's such an avocado, always talking about her juice cleanse.
Meaning: Refers to millennials or younger people who are often seen as obsessed with avocados.
Example Sentence: They say millennials are just a bunch of avocados.