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avocado

 

[ ษ™หˆvรฆkษ™dษ™สŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food item

An avocado is a large berry containing a single seed, classified botanically as a fruit. It is native to south-central Mexico and is known for its creamy texture and rich flavor. Avocados are often referred to as 'alligator pears' due to their shape and bumpy skin. They are commonly used in salads, dips, and spreads, such as the popular guacamole. Rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, avocados are considered a nutritious food choice.

Synonyms

alligator pear, butter fruit

Examples of usage

  • I love adding sliced avocado to my salads.
  • Guacamole is made from mashed avocado and spices.
  • Avocado toast has become a popular breakfast option.
  • She spread avocado on her sandwich instead of butter.

Translations

Translations of the word "avocado" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น abacate

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคตเฅ‹เค•เคพเคกเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Avocado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alpukat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะฒะพะบะฐะดะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ awokado

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒœใ‚ซใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท avocat

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aguacate

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท avokado

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„๋ณด์นด๋„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃููˆูƒุงุฏูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ avokรกdo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ avokรกdo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ณ„ๆขจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ avokado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ avรณkadรณ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฒะพะบะฐะดะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ•แƒแƒ™แƒแƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ avokado

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aguacate

Etymology

The word 'avocado' comes from the Nahuatl (Aztec) word 'ฤhuacatl', which means 'testicle', possibly referring to the shape of the fruit. The term was first introduced to English in the mid-17th century. The avocado tree, Persea Americana, is believed to have originated in the southern region of Mexico and was cultivated by the ancient civilizations of Central America. Avocados were spread to the Americas and eventually to other parts of the world by European colonizers. Their unique flavor and texture have made them a favorite in various cuisines, especially in guacamole and as a healthy fat source in modern diets.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,400, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.