pine nut

noun

: the edible seed of any of several pines compare piñon

Examples of pine nut in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

First mash the garlic, then add the pine nuts, grinding with the pestle until they are mostly broken down. — Martha Stewart, 25 July 2026

Cashews and walnuts also contribute, alongside brazil nuts and pine nuts. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 9, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026

Almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts, brazil nuts and pine nuts round out the category. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026

Mix olive oil, basil, pine nuts, garlic, and salt in a food processor, and stir in grated Parmesan cheese to finish off the pesto. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pine nut

• butternut
• cocoanut
• coconut
• hazelnut
• undercut
• abut
• catgut
• chesnut
• chestnut
• donut
• doughnut
• groundnut