coconut

noun

co·​co·​nut ˈkō-kə-(ˌ)nət 

1

: 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)

2

: the edible meat of the coconut

Examples of coconut in a Sentence

The pastry is covered with shredded coconut.

Recent Examples on the Web

The lightweight hair oil adds shine and softness, with coconut alkanes that mirror the effects of silicone without heavy residue. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025

The coconut-curry sauce was rich and creamy, served with basmati rice, cucumber sambal and butter roti on the side (perfect for dipping). —Nathan Diller, USA Today, 25 Nov. 2025

Fans refreshed from the Caribbean humidity with Hennessy De Coco, a spin on Pitorro de Coco that blends coconut, tropical fruits, and Hennessy, and Hennessy Pasión, a mix of passionfruit, lemonade, and Hennessy — two cocktails that will be available throughout the tour. —Raquel Reichard, Refinery29, 24 Nov. 2025

The formula is packed with barrier-loving ceramides, moisture-replenishing phospholipids, and nourishing coconut and sea buckthorn oils, all melting into skin with a velvety, never-greasy finish. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing coconut

• coconut crab
• coconut milk
• coconut oil
• coconut palm
• coconut shy
• coconut water

Rhymes for coconut

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

Kids Definition

coconut

noun

co·​co·​nut ˈkō-kə-(ˌ)nət 

: the large egg-shaped husk-covered fruit of the coconut palm

Medical Definition

coconut

noun

co·​co·​nut ˈkō-kə-(ˌ)nət 

1

: the fruit of the coconut palm having an outer fibrous husk with a nut containing thick edible meat and coconut milk

2

: the edible meat of the coconut