almond

English

/ˈɑː(l).mənd/, /ˈɑ(l).mənd/

noun
Definitions
  • (countable) A type of tree nut.
  • (countable) A small deciduous tree in family Rosaceae, Prunus dulcis, that produces predominantly sweet almonds.
  • Other plants that produce almond-like nuts:
  • (uncountable) The colour of the kernel of an almond without its shell and thin seed coat, a creamy off-white colour.
  • (uncountable) The color of an almond still covered by its skin, a shade of brown.
  • Anything shaped like an almond; specifically, (anatomy) a tonsil.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English almond derived from Old French almande derived from Latin *amendla, amygdala (almond, almond tree) derived from Ancient Greek ἀμυγδάλη (almond).

Origin

Ancient Greek

ἀμυγδάλη

Gloss

almond

Concept
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Agriculture and vegetation

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