Definition of hazelnut
: the brown nut of a hazel
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The brown marmorated stink bugs, which showed up in Oregon in 2004, feed on more than 100 plants, particularly vegetables, pears, apples and hazelnuts, but also ornamentals.
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The dark chocolate Baci Bombe is pure joy, a beautiful bomb of lush chocolate atop a hazelnut crust with caramel sauce.
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Use whole-wheat breadcrumbs instead of white, or try ground nuts (such as hazelnut or almond) for a healthier filler that’s also gluten-free.
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On the other was a chocolate hazelnut cake Mr. Shields had requested.
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Before 12th Century
First Known Use of hazelnut
before 12th century
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: the nut of a hazel
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