beechnut

[beech-nuht]

noun

1. the small, triangular, edible nut of the beech.

beechnut

/ ˈbiːtʃˌnʌt /

noun

1. the small brown triangular edible nut of the beech tree. Collectively, the nuts are often termed beech mast , esp when lying on the ground

Word History and Origins

Origin of beechnut¹

First recorded in 1730–40; beech + nut

Example Sentences

The milder weather this winter, combined with an abundance of acorns and beechnuts, have created ideal conditions for bears to remain active.

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They prey on a number of native animals and can out-compete native wildlife for food such as acorns and beechnuts.

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Vermont bear biologist Forrest Hammond says many bears went into their winter dens last fall in poorer than normal condition due to a shortage of acorns, beechnuts and apples.

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I once read a recipe for a soothing tea made of beechnuts.

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In addition to acorns, black bears also eat berries and beechnuts, among others foods, according to the North American Bear Center.

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