hazelnut

[hey-zuhl-nuht]

noun

1. the nut of the hazel; filbert.

hazelnut

/ ˈheɪzəlˌnʌt /

noun

1. Also called: filbert.  cobnut.  cob. the nut of a hazel shrub, having a smooth shiny hard shell

Word History and Origins

Origin of hazelnut¹

before 900; Middle English haselnote, Old English hæselhnutu. See hazel, nut

Example Sentences

Beginners are advised to start with the larger nuts, such as the Brazil nut, and then work their way downward in size, through the pecan, the cashew, and the hazelnut.

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A scattering of hazelnuts adds a buttery crunch, and I finish the tops with a light dusting of toasted Panko crumbs.

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Rachel Williams' son, Jacob, is allergic to peanuts, hazelnuts and almonds.

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Other favorites include macadamia nuts, hazelnuts and pistachios — my dad’s favorite.

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At this point, spread your hazelnuts out on a sheet pan and add to oven.

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