pecan
noun
a tall hickory tree, Carya illinoinensis, of the southern U.S. and Mexico, cultivated for its oval, smooth-shelled, edible nuts: the state tree of Texas.
pecans
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pluralof pecan.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Irrigation supports crops including alfalfa, cotton, onions, pecans, and the area's famous Hatch green chiles.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 3, 2026
Carey can now eat seven walnuts or pecans without having an allergic reaction so treatment was "100% worth it", Scott said.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
A few handfuls of oats, pistachios or pecans, butter, maple syrup.
From Salon ● Mar. 17, 2026
As American Heart Month draws attention to cardiovascular wellness, a newly released scientific review is putting the spotlight on pecans, America's native nut, and their role in heart healthy eating patterns.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 22, 2026
Z dropped a handful of pecans into the bowl.
From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech
