pine nut

noun

: the edible seed of any of several pines compare piñon

Examples of pine nut in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Meanwhile gently stir together goat cheese, pine nuts, oregano, lemon zest and juice and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large bowl until combined; set aside. Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 14 May 2024 To toast pine nuts, place them in a dry skillet and set the pan over medium-low heat. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 9 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for pine nut 

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Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pine nut was before the 12th century

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“Pine nut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pine%20nut. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

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