sɑːˈwɑːroʊ

Definitions

1. noun

A cactus native to the Sonoran Desert in North America, particularly the saguaro (Carnegiea gigantea).

“The hikers marveled at the towering sahuaro cacti that dotted the desert landscape.”

2. proper noun

A region in the Sonoran Desert, specifically in southern Arizona, known for its large saguaro cacti.

“Visitors to the Sahuaro region should be prepared for the extreme desert heat.”