noun
Uncommon
almond
AH-muhnd
Almond (noun) means the edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself. Example: “She sprinkled sliced almonds over the salad.”
noun
1
The edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself.
"She sprinkled sliced almonds over the salad."
"Almond trees blossom in early spring."
2
A pale creamy-white or light brown colour, named after the nut.
"The walls were painted a soft almond shade."
How to use almond
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA common edible nut, or the pale creamy colour named after it.
Common pairings
almond milk
almond oil
roasted almonds
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Word forms
- Plural
- almonds
- Comparative
- more almond
- Superlative
- most almond
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Etymology
From Old French almande/amande, tracing back through Latin amygdala to Ancient Greek amygdálē.
Synonyms
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sweet almond
Frequently asked questions
What does “almond” mean?
The word “almond” means the edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself. In plain terms, a common edible nut, or the pale creamy colour named after it.
How do you pronounce “almond”?
“Almond” is pronounced AH-muhnd (/ˈɑ(l).mənd/ in IPA).
How do you use “almond” in a sentence?
Here is “almond” used in a sentence: “She sprinkled sliced almonds over the salad.”
What part of speech is “almond”?
“Almond” is a noun.
Where does the word “almond” come from?
The word “almond” comes from Ancient Greek. From Old French almande/amande, tracing back through Latin amygdala to Ancient Greek amygdálē.
Is “almond” a common word?
“Almond” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “almond” have?
“Almond” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself.
Is an almond a nut or a seed?
Botanically, an almond is a seed found inside the fruit of the almond tree, though it is commonly eaten and referred to as a nut. This distinction is a common point of confusion, since almonds are grouped with nuts in everyday cooking and nutrition despite their botanical classification.
What does "almond-shaped" mean when describing eyes?
"Almond-shaped" describes eyes with a pointed, elongated oval shape resembling the outline of an almond seed. It is a common descriptive phrase in both everyday and literary English.
Is "almond" also a color?
Yes, "almond" describes a pale creamy-white or light brown color, named after the shade of the nut's shell or flesh. It is commonly used in contexts such as paint, fashion, and interior design.
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