Pronunciation: /nʌts/
noun a hard-shelled dry fruit or seed with a separable rind or shell and interior kernel
A1 I like to snack on nuts.
A2 She is allergic to nuts.
B1 The recipe calls for chopped nuts.
B2 He went nuts when he found out he won the lottery.
C1 The mechanic tightened the nuts on the car's wheels.
C2 The scientist cracked open the nuts to study their contents.
adjective informal term for testicles
A1 I like to eat nuts.
A2 She made a cake with nuts in it.
B1 The squirrel stored nuts for the winter.
B2 The trail mix was packed with nuts and dried fruit.
C1 The chef created a gourmet dish using exotic nuts.
C2 The artisan chocolate was sprinkled with crushed nuts.
formal The recipe calls for a cup of chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
informal I can't believe how expensive these nuts are at the store!
slang That movie was totally nuts, I couldn't believe the plot twists!
figurative She's driving me nuts with all her constant nagging.
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