hazelnut

noun

ha·​zel·​nut ˈhā-zəl-ˌnət How to pronounce hazelnut (audio)
: the brown nut of a hazel

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The brand’s Añejo, served with traditional red mole and corn tortillas, has similar hazelnut notes, alongside candied orange and spices. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 Apr. 2026 Nutty brown hazelnut hair color gives brunette hair a soft warmth without a drastic change. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026 Many feature fancy fillings such as pistachio cream, hazelnut spreads or layered textures — a style popularized by the viral Dubai chocolate trend — that combines smooth chocolate with crispier elements such as shredded phyllo dough. Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026 Undeclared Allergens Pose Serious Health Risks The FDA said the presence of undeclared egg, hazelnut, and soy could trigger a severe allergic reaction in people with sensitivities to those ingredients. Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hazelnut

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First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hazelnut was before the 12th century

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“Hazelnut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hazelnut. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.

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hazelnut

noun
ha·​zel·​nut -ˌnət How to pronounce hazelnut (audio)
: the nut of a hazel

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