avocado

noun

av·o·ca·do ˌä-və-ˈkä-(ˌ)dō

ˌa-

plural avocados also avocadoes

: a pulpy green- to purple-skinned nutty-flavored fruit of any of various tropical American trees (genus Persea especially P. americana) of the laurel family

also : a tree bearing avocados

: a light yellowish green

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Breakfast might be eggs or avocado with olive oil, tomato, sea salt, and a smoothie with berries, plant protein, and greens, Kaiser shared. —

Korin Miller, Women's Health, 16 May 2023 There, a Sweetgreen worker adds the final touches, such as a sprinkle of herbs or a scoop of avocado, before placing on the lid. —

Suzanne Baker, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2023 Veggies like tomatoes, avocado, spinach, mushrooms, broccoli, peppers, onions, and asparagus make great omelet fillings. —

Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2023 It's packed with delicious flavors and textures thanks to avocados, cucumbers, and a tahini-basil spread. —

Jennifer Aldrich, Country Living, 9 May 2023 Beloved by Brooke Shields, this cleansing balm is fortified with a multitude of oils like sunflower, avocado, and jojoba. —

Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 9 May 2023 An avocado allergy might be due to the latex-fruit syndrome. —

Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 8 May 2023 Continue watering and fertilizing citrus and avocado. —

Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2023 Located at Prince Waikiki's Hawaii Prince Golf Course, the resort operates a sustainable garden which includes five bee hives working to pollinate the stunning eco-friendly garden complete with aquaponics, papaya, guava, taro root, mango, avocado, citrus trees and more, in bloom year round. —

Sandra Macgregor, Forbes, 5 May 2023 See More

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