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alligator pear

noun

Definition of alligator pear

: avocado

Examples of alligator pear in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

 Known early on as alligator pears for their coarse texture and dark skin, avocados vary dramatically in color, texture, shape and even size, ranging from as little as a few ounces to up to four pounds per fruit. — Noelle Carter, latimes.com, "Toast, guacamole and more great ideas for avocados, now in season," 16 Mar. 2018

First Known Use of alligator pear

1696, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for alligator pear

by folk etymology from Spanish aguacate — more at avocado

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