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Definition of Prickly pear
1. Noun. Cacti having spiny flat joints and oval fruit that is edible in some species; often used as food for stock.
Exact synonyms: Prickly Pear Cactus
Generic synonyms: Cactus
Group relationships: Genus Opuntia, Opuntia
Specialized synonyms: Nopal, Opuntia Lindheimeri, Opuntia Tuna, Tuna
Generic synonyms: Cactus
Group relationships: Genus Opuntia, Opuntia
Specialized synonyms: Nopal, Opuntia Lindheimeri, Opuntia Tuna, Tuna
2. Noun. Round or pear-shaped spiny fruit of any of various prickly pear cacti.