Groundnut: meaning, definitions and examples

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groundnut

 

[ หˆษกraสŠndnสŒt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food crop

Groundnut, also known as the peanut, is a leguminous crop cultivated mainly for its edible seeds. It is an important source of protein and oil, widely consumed across the globe. Originating in South America, groundnuts have also played a significant role in agricultural practices and cuisine worldwide. They thrive in sandy soils and warm climates, making them a staple in many agricultural regions.

Synonyms

goober, monkey nut, peanut

Examples of usage

  • Groundnuts are often used to make peanut butter.
  • In many countries, groundnuts are considered a vital source of nutrition.
  • The groundnut harvest is crucial for farmers in tropical regions.

Translations

Translations of the word "groundnut" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amendoim

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‚เคเค—เคซเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Erdnuss

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kacang tanah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ะฐั…ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ orzeszek ziemny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฝ่Šฑ็”Ÿ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cacahuรจte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cacahuete

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yer fฤฑstฤฑฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋•…์ฝฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููˆู„ ุณูˆุฏุงู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podzemnice

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podzemnica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Šฑ็”Ÿ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kikiriki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jarรฐarhnetur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตั€ะถะฐาฃา“ะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒฌแƒ˜แƒกแƒ—แƒฎแƒ˜แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yer fฤฑstฤฑฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cacahuate

Etymology

The term 'groundnut' has its origins in the 19th century, derived from the appearance and growth of the plant. The word combines 'ground,' referring to its growth underground, and 'nut,' signifying its fruit type. Groundnuts are botanically legumes, and their seeds develop beneath the soil, which is unique compared to most nuts. The plant is believed to have been domesticated in ancient South America, particularly in regions that are now parts of Peru and Brazil. Despite their South American origins, groundnuts were brought to Africa in the 16th century, where they quickly became a staple in local diets and agriculture. Since then, they have spread globally, especially to Asia and North America, where they are extensively cultivated both for consumption and as a cash crop.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,783, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.