almond
noun · adjective
Simple meaning
The seed within the drupe of a small deciduous tree in family Rosaceae, Prunus amygdalus, considered a culinary nut.
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɑmənd
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Definition
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noun
countable
The tree that produces almonds.
uncountable
The colour of the kernel of an almond without its shell and thin seed coat, a creamy off-white colour.
uncountable
The colour of an almond still covered by its skin, a shade of brown.
uncountable
Flavour or other characteristics of almond.
Bitter almond. of variety Prunus amygdalus var. amara, (syn. Prunus dulcis var. amara), that only produces bitter fruits
Other plants that produce almond-like nuts
adjective
Brownish, resembling the colour of an almond nut.
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- Difficulty
- C1 · Advanced (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
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- Varies by meaning
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Very rich cookie containing ground almonds.
Very rich cookie containing ground almonds.
Flavoring made from almonds macerated in alcohol.
Willow of the western United States with leaves like those of peach or almond trees.
A moth whose larvae feed on and mat together with webbing various stored products of vegetable origin.
Pale yellow fatty oil expressed from sweet or bitter almonds.
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