nopal

/ˈnəʊpəl/ · noun

Meaning

A prickly pear cactus from the genus Opuntia, especially Opuntia cochinellifera; the edible pads (fleshy leaves) of the cactus, considered as food.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

opuntia lindheimeri(English)cactus(English)nopalery(English)nopalry(English)nopales(English)cactus pear(English)tuna(English)prickly pear cactus(English)maguey(English)opuntia(English)cochineal(English)tacos(English)

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Sources

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