hazelnut
5 synonyms for hazelnut, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The edible nut of the hazel tree.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of "hazel" and "nut," going back to Old English hæselhnutu.
Full origin of hazelnut →Frequently asked questions
What does “hazelnut” mean?
The word “hazelnut” means the edible nut of the hazel tree.
How do you pronounce “hazelnut”?
“Hazelnut” is pronounced HAY-zuhl-nuht (/ˈheɪzəlˌnʌt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hazelnut” in a sentence?
Here is “hazelnut” used in a sentence: “She added crushed hazelnuts to the cake batter.”
What part of speech is “hazelnut”?
“Hazelnut” is a noun.
Where does the word “hazelnut” come from?
The word “hazelnut” comes from Old English. A straightforward compound of "hazel" and "nut," going back to Old English hæselhnutu.
