Chico

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Definition

Noun: 1. A type of fruit: A small, round, brownish fruit with a sweet, date-like flavor, from the sapodilla tree (Manilkara zapota). 2. The sapodilla tree: The tropical American evergreen tree that produces the chico fruit. 3. A common nickname: A familiar or affectionate term for a man or boy, especially in Spanish-speaking contexts, meaning "boy" or "guy."

Usage Examples
  • Referring to the fruit:
    • The chico is ripe when it yields slightly to gentle pressure.
    • We bought some chicos from the market to make a dessert.
  • Referring to the tree:
    • A large chico grew in the center of the garden, providing ample shade.
  • Used as a nickname:
    • "Hey, chico, can you help me with this?" he called to his friend.
Advanced Usage
  • "Chico" as a term of endearment: In informal speech, it can be used affectionately, similar to "buddy" or "pal."
    • How's it going, chico? Long time no see.
Variants and Related Words
  • Sapodilla: The more common English name for both the fruit and the tree.
  • Nispero: Another name for the fruit in some Spanish-speaking regions.
  • Chica: The feminine counterpart of the nickname, meaning "girl" or "guy."
Synonyms
  • For the fruit/tree: Sapodilla, naseberry.
  • For the nickname: Guy, buddy, pal, fellow.
Related Idioms
  • "¡Oye, chico!": A common Spanish exclamation meaning "Hey, guy!" or "Listen, man!" used to get someone's attention.
    • ¡Oye, chico! You dropped your wallet.
Noun
  1. United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1891-1961)

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