avocado

noun

av·​o·​ca·​do ˌä-və-ˈkä-(ˌ)dō  ˌa- 

plural avocados also avocadoes

1

: 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

2

: a light yellowish green

Illustration of avocado

• avocado 1

Examples of avocado in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Mango, lime, mint, and avocado add brightness and varied textures to the carrots ensuring every bite is full of flavor. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026

Finish with a sprinkle of avocado, Cotija, and cilantro, and just like that, brunch is handled. —Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026

In addition to containing healthy fats and other nutrients, an average avocado contains about one-third of the daily value (DV) of potassium for most adults. —Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026

Pairing carbs with healthy fat or fiber, like adding avocado to toast or nuts to fruit, slows the sugar hit. —Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

modification of Spanish aguacate, from Nahuatl āhuacatl avocado, testicle

First Known Use

1696, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing avocado

• avocado pear
• avocado toast

Rhymes for avocado

• desperado
• adelantado
• bravado
• machado
• mikado
• incommunicado

Kids Definition

avocado

noun

av·​o·​ca·​do ˌav-ə-ˈkäd-ō  ˌäv- 

plural avocados also avocadoes

: the usually green pear-shaped edible fruit of a tropical American tree that has a rich oily flesh

also : the tree that bears this fruit