What is another word for Tunas?

Pronunciation: [tjˈuːnəz] (IPA)

Tunas is a common term used to refer to the edible fruit of the cactus plant. The word is often synonymous with prickly pear, cactus pears, and Indian fig. These fruits are prized for their high nutrient content and sweet, juicy taste. While tunas are commonly found in Mexico and the southwestern United States, they are becoming more popular globally as an ingredient in smoothies, salads, and other dishes. Other synonyms for tunas include nopales (the edible pads of the cactus plant), paddle cactus, and Opuntia ficus-indica (the scientific name for the plant that produces tunas). Despite the many names for this fruit, it remains a delicious and healthy food option for people all over the world.

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Usage examples for Tunas

"You can go up the bank there and pick some Tunas.
"Stories of the Foot-hills"
Margaret Collier Graham
The first night he slept under the stars mid Tunas and Spanish daggers, and when he awoke it was to find a strange Indito squatting patiently at his feet.
"The Missourian"
Eugene P. (Eugene Percy) Lyle
Tunas, the fruit of the cactus, and wild blackberries, existed in abundance, and were much relished.
"The Old Franciscan Missions Of California"
George Wharton James

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