nutwood

American  

[nuht-wood] / ˈnʌtˌwʊd /

noun

1. any of various nutbearing trees, as the hickory or walnut.

2. the wood of such a tree.

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nutwood British  

/ ˈnʌtˌwʊd /

noun

1. any of various nut-bearing trees, such as walnut

2. the wood of any of these trees

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Etymology

Origin of nutwood

An Americanism dating back to 1650–60; nut + wood ¹

Example Sentences

As he began working in the construction trade, McCormack took on others who were down on their luck and gave them not only a job, but lodging at the Nutwood home if needed.

From Washington Times

Gill Rennie, curator at Seven Stories, believes there still is a place for Rupert, despite today's hi-tech world being a far cry from the quaintness of Nutwood.

From BBC

According to a campus map, several are near the Nutwood parking structure.

From Los Angeles Times

The suspect, a man in his 20s with black hair, was last seen Monday morning running toward the Marriott area near Langsdorf Drive and Nutwood Avenue after the stabbing.

From Los Angeles Times

El sospechoso, un hombre de unos 20 años con cabello negro, pantalones negros y camisa negra, fue visto por última vez corriendo hacia el área de Marriott cerca de Langsdorf Drive y Nutwood Avenue, dijo la policía.

From Los Angeles Times