Examples of “pecan” in a Sentence

noun A tree native to the southern United States (Carya illinoinensis) that produces smooth, thin-shelled edible nuts.

• Within its ornamental fence, the 8/10-acre property includes several of the largest live oaks in the area — plus huge pecans and stately magnolias. — Texas Monthly (1978)
• The old pecan tree in the yard drops nuts every autumn.

noun The oval, edible nut of this tree, often used in pies and baking.

• Pecan pie is a Southern classic at Thanksgiving.