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cholla

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɔɪə/

Definition of cholla

noun

  • a cactus with a cylindrical stem, native to Mexico and the south-western US.
    • Genus Opuntia, family Cactaceae

Origin:

mid 19th century: Mexican Spanish use of Spanish cholla 'skull, head', of unknown origin

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Definition of cholla in the US English dictionary
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