Prickly Pear (Noun)
Meaning 1
Cacti having spiny flat joints and oval fruit that is edible in some species; often used as food for stock.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The prickly pear cactus is commonly found in dry regions and serves as a vital source of food for livestock during droughts.
- Prickly pear fruits are edible and can be eaten raw or used to make jams and jellies.
- In some parts of the world, prickly pear is considered an invasive species due to its ability to spread quickly and outcompete native vegetation.
- Farmers often plant prickly pear as a natural barrier to protect their livestock from predators and harsh weather conditions.
- The spines of the prickly pear cactus can be carefully removed to reveal the tender and nutritious pads that can be used as animal feed.
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Meaning 2
Round or pear-shaped spiny fruit of any of various prickly pear cacti.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The vendor offered fresh prickly pear juice to passersby in the bustling market.
- Her grandmother taught her how to carefully remove the spines from the prickly pear to eat the sweet and tender pulp inside.
- After peeling the prickly pear, they discovered its vibrant pink and red colors glistened with every turn.
- Tourists gathered around to taste the cactus delicacy and discovered that the flavor of the prickly pear is reminiscent of a combination of watermelon and honeydew.
- Some regions in the country used prickly pear fruits as ingredients for jellies and desserts due to their distinct taste.