acorn
What is another word for acorn? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The nut of the oak tree, oval-shaped and sitting in a small woody cup.
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How to use acorn
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
oak and acorn
acorn squash
Etymology
From Old English æcern ("acorn, nut"), later respelled to look like "corn" even though the two words aren't related.
Full origin of acorn →Frequently asked questions
What does “acorn” mean?
The word “acorn” means the nut of the oak tree, oval-shaped and sitting in a small woody cup. In plain terms, the nut produced by oak trees, often collected by squirrels.
How do you pronounce “acorn”?
“Acorn” is pronounced AY-kawn (/ˈeɪ.kɔɹn/ in IPA).
How do you use “acorn” in a sentence?
Here is “acorn” used in a sentence: “Squirrels buried acorns all over the garden for winter.”
What part of speech is “acorn”?
“Acorn” is a noun.
Where does the word “acorn” come from?
The word “acorn” comes from Old English. From Old English æcern ("acorn, nut"), later respelled to look like "corn" even though the two words aren't related.
