nut

[nʌt]

nut Definition

  • 1a fruit consisting of a hard or tough shell around an edible kernel
  • 2a small piece of metal, typically hexagonal, with a hole through the middle, used to fasten bolts and screws
  • 3a crazy or eccentric person

Using nut: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nut" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She cracked open a nut and ate the kernel inside.

  • Example

    Use a wrench to tighten the nut on the bolt.

  • Example

    He's a bit of a nut, always talking about conspiracy theories.

nut Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nut

Phrases with nut

  • off one's nut

    crazy or insane

    Example

    I think he's off his nut if he believes that.

  • a problem that is difficult to solve or a person who is difficult to understand

    Example

    The math problem was a hard nut to crack for most of the students.

  • a simple and straightforward process

    Example

    Setting up the tent was a nut and bolt operation.

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Summary: nut in Brief

The term 'nut' [nʌt] refers to a fruit with a hard shell and an edible kernel, a small metal piece used to fasten bolts and screws, and a crazy or eccentric person. It extends into phrases like 'off one's nut,' meaning crazy, and 'a hard nut to crack,' referring to a difficult problem or person.

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