hazelnut

noun

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

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Some research suggests that while hazelnuts are high in fat, consuming them doesn't necessarily lead to weight gain. Lauren O'Connor, Health, 31 Dec. 2025 Use almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, or a blend in place of the walnuts. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025 Some examples are peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, and hazelnut butter. Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 29 Dec. 2025 These round, cocoa-hazelnut shortbreads are made by Mulino Bianco, a bakery brand owned by Barilla. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hazelnut

Word History

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 6 Jan. 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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