Meaning of the word chayote in English

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chayote

US /tʃeɪˈoʊ.t̬i/
UK /tʃeɪˈəʊ.ti/

Noun

a light green, pear-shaped fruit, eaten as a vegetable, with a mild flavor and crisp texture, native to Mesoamerica

Example:
She added sliced chayote to the stir-fry for a refreshing crunch.
The soup had a delicate flavor thanks to the addition of fresh chayote.