hazelnut

noun

ha·​zel·​nut ˈhā-zəl-ˌnət How to pronounce hazelnut (audio)
: the brown nut of a hazel

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This is also when local markets brim with seasonal ingredients like porcini mushrooms, chestnuts, and hazelnuts. Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025 Black walnuts are the local favorite, but hazelnuts, which also grow in the area, are a fine substitute. Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025 The shop specializes in vegan ice cream options such as hazelnut crunch chip, peanut butter and jelly and others that change daily. Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 18 Sep. 2025 Complex aromas of lemon peel, pear and a hint of hazelnut. Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hazelnut

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First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hazelnut was before the 12th century

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“Hazelnut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hazelnut. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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hazelnut

noun
ha·​zel·​nut -ˌnət How to pronounce hazelnut (audio)
: the nut of a hazel

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