nutcracker

noun

nut·​crack·​er ˈnət-ˌkra-kər 

: an implement for cracking nuts

Examples of nutcracker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To open peach pits, use a nutcracker, vice, or screw clamp to apply gentle pressure along the seams. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 June 2025

With the December additions of a wreath topped with a crimson bow, as many sets of poinsettias as there are chandeliers, nutcrackers in front of red curtains, and a sparkling Christmas tree, extra holiday flair is on display at Jeff Ruby's. —Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 6 Dec. 2024

There is plenty of Christmas decor too, including nativity sets, angels, Santa Claus figures, and of course, nutcrackers. —Penny Sadler, Contributor, CNBC, 2 Dec. 2024

These fun nutcracker plates are just the right size and not too busy, so any pile of snacks on the plate will look all the more appealing. —Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing nutcracker

• Clark's nutcracker

Rhymes for nutcracker

• attacker
• backpacker
• linebacker
• acker
• backer
• blacker
• cracker
• hacker
• lacquer
• packer
• slacker
• stacker

Kids Definition

nutcracker

noun

nut·​crack·​er ˈnət-ˌkrak-ər 

: a device for cracking the shells of nuts