: 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
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: a light yellowish green
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Your hands will also feel soft after using these soaps, because they’re infused with olive oil and avocado for extra moisture.—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025 Healthy fats like avocados, nuts and olive oil can support hormonal balance.—Memorialcare Medical Group, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025 Jenna Fischer appeared on the show to help make gingerbread cake pops, Kinsey’s TV husband, Rainn Wilson, dropped in to whip up vegan avocado brownies and Kate Flannery joined in on the fun, serving up Irish potato candy.—Audrey Schmidt, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025 Toppings like avocado and salsa give a flavor kick while adding even more potential health benefits.—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for avocado
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Etymology
modification of Spanish aguacate, from Nahuatl āhuacatl avocado, testicle
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