Pitahaya (Noun)
Meaning 1
Highly colored edible fruit of pitahaya cactus having bright red juice; often as large as a peach.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The vibrant market stall was filled with an assortment of exotic fruits, including the rare and coveted pitahaya.
- Pitahaya is a nutrient-rich fruit often eaten fresh or used in smoothies and desserts.
- In some parts of the world, pitahaya is considered a delicacy due to its unique flavor and striking appearance.
- The bright red juice of the pitahaya fruit can stain clothing and surfaces, so it's essential to handle it carefully.
- After trying pitahaya for the first time, she became obsessed with finding the fruit at local farmers' markets.
Meaning 2
Cactus of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico having edible juicy fruit.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Pitahaya plants have adapted well to the dry conditions found in the deserts of the southwestern United States.
- Travelers through the Baja Peninsula of Mexico have reported enjoying the fruit of the pitahaya.
- Due to the colorful and edible qualities of the fruit the pitahaya is grown as an ornamental in warm climates.
- Fresh pitahaya fruits have vibrant colors such as red pink or yellow with a delicate texture that bursts in the mouth.
- Vendors selling fruit often call out "pitahaya" as the delicious summer treats begin to arrive at markets.