nutcracker

English

noun
Definitions
  • An implement for cracking nuts.
  • (ornithology) Either of two birds of the genus Nucifraga in the crow family.
  • (US) A bootleg mixed drink made from a blend of alcohols and fruit juices.

Etymology

Compound from English nut (head, insane person) + English cracker.

Origin

English

cracker

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