Nut: meaning, definitions and examples

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nut

[ nʌt ]

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food

a hard-shelled fruit or seed with an edible kernel

Synonyms

kernel, nutmeat, seed

Examples of usage

She cracked open a nut to get to the delicious center.
Nuts are a good source of healthy fats and protein.

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machinery

a small block made of metal or other material, typically hexagonal, with a hole through the center for a bolt or screw

Synonyms

bolt nut, fastener, screw nut

Examples of usage

He tightened the nut with a wrench.
Make sure all the nuts and bolts are securely fastened.

Translations

Translations of the word "nut" in other languages:

🇵🇹 noz

🇮🇳 नट

🇩🇪 Nuss

🇮🇩 kacang

🇺🇦 горіх

🇵🇱 orzech

🇯🇵 ナッツ

🇫🇷 noix

🇪🇸 nuez

🇹🇷 fındık

🇰🇷 견과류

🇸🇦 جوز

🇨🇿 ořech

🇸🇰 orech

🇨🇳 坚果

🇸🇮 oreh

🇮🇸 hnetur

🇰🇿 жаңғақ

🇬🇪 ხილი

🇦🇿 qoz

🇲🇽 nuez

Word origin

The word 'nut' originated from the Old English word 'hnutu', which is of Germanic origin. Nuts have been an essential part of human diets for thousands of years, providing a good source of nutrients and energy. In machinery, the term 'nut' refers to a small block used with a bolt or screw to fasten parts together.