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guacamole

n.
B1 Intermediate US //ˌɡwɑkəˈmoʊɫi// UK //ɡwˌɑːkɐmˈəʊliː// gua·camole

n. a green dip made from mashed avocado, lime juice, onions, and tomatoes. It is a popular side dish for tortilla chips and tacos.

n. a traditional Mexican sauce made from mashed avocado, lime juice, onions, and tomatoes. Often used as a dip for tortilla chips or as a topping for various dishes.


SIMPLE

I love to eat guacamole with tortilla chips.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant serves a fresh guacamole made with ripe avocados and a hint of chili.

COMPLEX

While the basic recipe remains consistent, many chefs experiment with additional ingredients like garlic, cilantro, or even mango to create a more complex flavor profile in their guacamole.

Origin

Borrowed from Spanish guacamole, from Classical Nahuatl āhuacamōlli (from āhuacatl (“avocado”) + mōlli (“sauce; broth”)).

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