pistachio
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for pistachio, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small tree grown for its edible nut, or the nut itself, which has a hard shell and green kernel.
Synonyms
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How to use pistachio
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Italian pistacchio, from Latin pistacium, from Greek pistakion, ultimately of Iranian origin — related to Persian peste.
Full origin of pistachio →Frequently asked questions
What does “pistachio” mean?
The word “pistachio” means a small tree grown for its edible nut, or the nut itself, which has a hard shell and green kernel. In plain terms, a green-kernelled nut, or the pale green colour named after it.
How do you pronounce “pistachio”?
“Pistachio” is pronounced pihs-TA-shee-oh (/pɪsˈtæʃioʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pistachio” in a sentence?
Here is “pistachio” used in a sentence: “She sprinkled crushed pistachios over the ice cream.”
What part of speech is “pistachio”?
“Pistachio” is a noun.
Where does the word “pistachio” come from?
The word “pistachio” comes from Latin. From Italian pistacchio, from Latin pistacium, from Greek pistakion, ultimately of Iranian origin — related to Persian peste.
How many meanings does “pistachio” have?
“Pistachio” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small tree grown for its edible nut, or the nut itself, which has a hard shell and green kernel.