chinchayote

/tʃaɪˈoʊteɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of squash or gourd, native to Mexico and Central America, with a soft, edible rind and a flavor similar to a combination of a cucumber and a melon

“She added diced chayote to her vegetable stir-fry for extra flavor and texture.”

Synonyms

  • gourd
  • squash

Antonyms

  • berry
  • citrus