chayote

/ˈtʃeɪəʊti/ · noun

Meaning

Sechium edule, a tropical American perennial herbaceous vine having tendrils, tuberous roots, and a green, pear-shaped fruit cooked as a vegetable.
The fruit of this plant.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

chinchayote(English)chaya(English)christophine(English)mirliton(English)chilacayote(English)tree spinach(English)chive(English)fruit vegetable(English)mamey(English)eggplant(English)papaya(English)tofu(English)

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Sources

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