nuts Definition
- 1a hard, dry fruit that has a kernel and an indehiscent (non-splitting) outer shell
- 2mad or crazy
- 3very enthusiastic about or interested in something
Using nuts: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nuts" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I love to snack on nuts like almonds and cashews.
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He went nuts when he found out he won the lottery.
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She's nuts about rock climbing and goes every weekend.
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The idea of skydiving scares me, but my friend is totally nuts and wants to try it.
nuts Synonyms and Antonyms
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Phrases with nuts
Example
Her constant talking drives me nuts!
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When I heard my favorite band was coming to town, I went nuts and bought tickets right away.
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I think he's off his nut if he thinks he can climb that mountain without any gear.
Summary: nuts in Brief
The word 'nuts' [nʌts] can refer to a type of hard-shelled fruit with a kernel, or to someone who is mad or crazy. It can also describe someone who is very enthusiastic or passionate about something, as in 'She's nuts about rock climbing.' Common phrases include 'drive someone nuts,' meaning to annoy or anger them, and 'go nuts,' meaning to become very excited or enthusiastic.
