to press the palms together and raise the fists as a gesture of reverence or respect, often in a Buddhist context

chayote (Sechium edule); a pear-shaped edible fruit also known as choko or mirliton; also written as [[合手瓜|合手瓜|he2 shou3 gua1]] or [[佛手瓜|佛手瓜|fo2 shou3 gua1]]

to clasp one's hands or put the palms together, usually to show deep respect, prayer, or obeisance