alligator pear

• Término obsoleto o coloquial para el aguacate, que alude a su forma de pera y a su piel rugosa que recuerda a la de un caimán. Se usó principalmente en inglés a lo largo del siglo XX, aunque hoy es poco frecuente.

An old-fashioned term for an avocado, referring to its pear-like shape and alligator-like skin texture. This term was commonly used in the early to mid-20th century but has since fallen out of common usage.

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   A common alternative name for the avocado fruit, referring to its pear-like shape and slightly bumpy, green skin.

   Aguacate

   • I sliced an alligator pear for the salad.
   • Alligator pears are rich in healthy fats.
   • She made guacamole from ripe alligator pears.