Definition of nutcracker
: an implement for cracking nuts
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Instead of a ‘Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies,’ there will be a ‘Dance of the Frozen Daiquiris.’ Instead of wind-up dolls, there may be bottles of champagne that pop and a dancing nutcracker who does a striptease.
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From the lifesize nutcrackers, candy canes, Santa and an amazing nativity scene, this house is a perfect backdrop for holiday photos.
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And the really neat thing about is that my younger daughter has the same love of the nutcracker ballet and my collection.
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If all of the lights aren’t enough for you, Leavenworth is also the home of the Nutcracker Museum, which has more than 5,000 nutcrackers.
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Sparkly nutcrackers from Clafoutis and gingerbread houses from the New York City Ballet placed around the base are whimsical and our girls love them.
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There was a tall nutcracker leaning against a telephone poll, a couple of smiling polar bears, and a Mickey Mouse dressed in red and wrapped in colorful lights.
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Other decorations include giant nutcrackers leading to the front door, moving white reindeer, and, of course, the massive red polar bear.
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The Grand Foyer The Grand Foyer features a classic nutcracker decor.
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First Known Use of nutcracker
15th century
NUTCRACKER Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of nutcracker for English Language Learners
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: a tool or device that is used to open the shells of nuts
NUTCRACKER Defined for Kids
Definition of nutcracker for Students
: a device used for cracking the shells of nuts
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