coconut

noun

co·co·nut ˈkō-kə-(ˌ)nət

: the drupaceous fruit of the coconut palm whose outer fibrous husk yields coir and whose nut contains thick edible meat and, in the fresh fruit, a clear liquid (see coconut water)

: the edible meat of the coconut

Examples of coconut in a Sentence

The pastry is covered with shredded coconut.

Recent Examples on the Web La Isla is a lush, beautiful place, with towering coconut trees and quiet lagoons. —

Amada Torruella, The New Yorker, 27 Sep. 2023 Find it on Amazon This OGX Coffee Scrub Feels Like Heaven Enjoy the rich and energizing scent of coffee combined with the tropical aroma of coconut in this OGX Coffee Scrub that promotes smoother and brighter skin. —

Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2023 That evening, Kweli and I read a book on our giant bed, snuggled together on top of the plush mattress, which was made from seaweed and coconut fiber. —

Anja Mutic, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2023 Of course, gentle hydrators like aloe vera and crystalline coconut are also featured for conditioning benefits. —

Kiana Murden, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2023 The basket comes with a coconut fiber lining and a hook connected to the switch panel. —

Lee Alisha Williams, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2023 Thanks to its colorful design of pumpkins and gourds, and durable coconut fibers, this 18-by-30-inch doormat is an eerily welcoming addition to entryways. —

Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2023 The flan with coconut custard, pineapple caramel and caramelized pineapple makes a strong case for dessert. —

Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 7 Sep. 2023 Shareable snacks include hummus, spicy guac, taquitos, coconut shrimp and ceviche. —

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