Almond: meaning, definitions and examples
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almond
[ หษหlmษnd ]
food item
An almond is a type of edible nut that is produced by the almond tree (Prunus dulcis). It is commonly consumed raw or roasted and is also used in a variety of culinary applications, including desserts, snacks, and as an ingredient in various dishes. Almonds are known for their high nutritional value, being rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. They may also provide health benefits such as improving heart health and regulating blood sugar levels.
Synonyms
drupaceous fruit, kernel, nut.
Examples of usage
- She enjoys snacking on raw almonds.
- The cake was topped with sliced almonds.
- Almond milk is a popular dairy alternative.
Translations
Translations of the word "almond" in other languages:
๐ต๐น amรชndoa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเคพเคฆเคพเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช Mandel
๐ฎ๐ฉ almond
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะธะณะดะฐะปั
๐ต๐ฑ migdaล
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใผใขใณใ
๐ซ๐ท amande
๐ช๐ธ almendra
๐น๐ท badem
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ชฌ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุฒ
๐จ๐ฟ mandle
๐ธ๐ฐ mandฤพa
๐จ๐ณ ๆไป
๐ธ๐ฎ mandelj
๐ฎ๐ธ migdals
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะธะฝะดะฐะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแฎแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ badam
๐ฒ๐ฝ almendra
Etymology
The term 'almond' originates from the Latin word 'amygdalus,' which itself is derived from the Greek word 'amygdalฤ.' This reflects the nut's long history of cultivation, which dates back to ancient civilizations. Almond trees are believed to have originated in the Middle East and South Asia, with evidence of their domestication going back to 3000 BCE. The nut has held significant cultural value in various civilizations, appearing in religious texts and traditional practices. Over the centuries, almonds spread throughout Europe and later to the Americas, thanks to colonization and trade. Nowadays, California is one of the largest producers of almonds globally, highlighting their continued popularity.
Word Frequency Rank
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