gallnut

noun

gall·nut ˈgȯl-ˌnət

: a gall resembling a nut

Word History

Etymology

gall entry 3 + nut entry 1

First Known Use

1572, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of gallnut was in 1572

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“Gallnut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gallnut. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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gallnut

noun

gall·nut ˈgȯl-ˌnət

: a gall resembling a nut

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