Definition of earthnut
1
: any of various roots, tubers, or subterranean pods: such as
a
: the tuber of a common southern European plant (Conopodium denudatum) of the family Umbelliferae having the flavor of roasted chestnuts
b
: yellow nutsedge
c
: peanut
d
or less commonly earthnut pea
: the root of the heath pea
2
: any plant producing earthnuts
3
: truffle
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“Earthnut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earthnut. Accessed 11 Aug. 2022.
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