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nut
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n.
1.
a fruit consisting of a hard or tough shell around an edible kernel.
∎
the hard kernel of such a fruit.
∎ inf.
a person's head.
∎ (usu. nuts) vulgar slang
testicles.
2.
a small flat piece of metal or other material, typically square or hexagonal, with a threaded hole through it for screwing onto a bolt as a fastener.
∎
Mus.
the part at the lower end of the bow of a violin or similar instrument, with a screw for adjusting the tension of the hair.
3. inf.
a crazy or eccentric person.
∎
a person who is excessively interested in or enthusiastic about a specified thing:
a football nut.
4.
the fixed ridge on the neck of a stringed instrument over which the strings pass.
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v.
(nut·ted
, nut·ting
)
[intr.] [usu. as n.] (nutting) archaic
gather nuts.
PHRASES:
nuts and bolts inf.
the basic practical details:
the nuts and bolts of public policy.
off one's nut inf.
out of one's mind; crazy.
a tough
(or hard) nut inf.
someone who is difficult to deal with; a formidable person.
a tough
(or hard) nut to crack inf.
a difficult problem or an opponent hard to beat.DERIVATIVES:
nut·like
/ -ˌlīk/ adj.
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Nuts about Nuts
Newspaper article from: Beacon News, The (Aurora, IL); 12/28/2005; ; 700+ words
; ...about Nuts are in the name: fresh nuts and nut products, gourmet nut oils, nut...The shop specializes in fresh nuts and nut products, dried fruits and other...In a nutshell: Specializing in nuts, nut products, dried fruits and other...
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Nuts nutty nuttier
Newspaper article from: The Nelson Mail; 7/28/2009; ; 700+ words
; ...of almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, pine nuts and more. In culinary terms, a nut is a large oily kernel found in a shell...butter. You can use this recipe with any nut. NUT BUTTER 1 cup of nuts, shelled and toasted 1 Tbsp of oil 1...
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Tropical nuts: strong demand in the United Kingdom. (Industry Overview)
Magazine article from: International Trade Forum; 4/1/1994; ; 700+ words
; ...supplies of good quality nuts. In spite of this, the prospects for this nut are considered reasonably...is well suited for nut mixes and contains...health foods. * Cashew nuts. The U.K. market...market. * Macadamia nuts. Although the United...large importer of this nut, imports are ...
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Nuts: the stay-slim secret: though notoriously high in fat and calories, new evidence reveals that nuts might actually help you lose pounds, stay healthy and get perfect skin. This is why weight-conscious women--including supermodels--consider nuts to be the diet staple du jour. (Diet News).
Magazine article from: Harper's Bazaar; 9/1/2003; ; 700+ words
; ...35 percent fat, mostly from tree nuts, peanuts and olive oil) and found...on average more than six pounds, the nut eaters lost an average of nine pounds...less overall. If I'm dieting, what nuts should I eat? Your best bet is probably...
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Go nuts! Don't feel bad about eating nuts--these much-maligned morsels are actually good for you.
Magazine article from: Natural Health; 8/1/2002; ; 700+ words
; ...says that people allowed to snack on nuts, sprinkle nuts on salads, and smear nut butter on toast reported that they...For tips on buying and storing nuts, see "Some Nutty Advice,". Spicy Orange Nut Mix MAKES 6 CUPS This crunchy health...
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Nuts to You; Sweet and Savory Tastes for the Holidays
Newspaper article from: The Washington Post; 12/12/1990; ; 700+ words
; ...a meal, seasoned nuts add a tasty - and...to the holidays. Nut concoctions also fall...against sending homemade nut mixtures to troops...Saudi Arabia, as nuts aren't likely to...occasionally. Toss the nuts with 1/2 tablespoon...if desired (the nut mixture is meant to...
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Nuts shell out big nutrition in small packages: nuts are loaded with protein, fiber and antioxidants, which may protect against heart disease and cancer.(HEALTHY EATING)
Magazine article from: Food & Fitness Advisor; 8/1/2007; 700+ words
; ...warns Greaves. Natural nut butters contain only ground nuts, while processed butters...guide to number of nuts per ounce.) Two tablespoons of nut butter are equivalent...Slivered almonds, pine nuts Cream cheese All-natural nut butter Commercial trail...
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Nuts and heart disease: first qualified health claims for conventional foods.
Magazine article from: Nutraceuticals International; 8/1/2003; 700+ words
; ...5 ounces per day of most nuts [such as name of specific nut] as part of a diet low in...have shown that including nuts in the diet can reduce the...regardless of the type of nut involved. All tree nuts are good sources of unsaturated...
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Nut ... rageously good eating.
Magazine article from: Vibrant Life; 7/1/2002; ; 700+ words
; ...fats. Remember, as your nut consumption rises, take...other fats in your diet. Nuts should not be an "add...the health benefits of nuts, they add a unique and...of ways to incorporate nuts into your diets is illustrated in the unique and nut ... rageously nutritious...
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NUTS MAKE SENSE IN HEALTHFUL DIET.(LIFE-FOOD)(Recipe)
Newspaper article from: Albany Times Union (Albany, NY); 12/31/2003; 700+ words
; ...Furthermore, as nut nuts and followers of the...s informative ``Nuts'' (St. Martin...world's most planted nut tree and, for that...a single macadamia nut, or something to that...watched these sexy nuts disappear from bowl...
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Nuts
Encyclopedia entry from: Encyclopedia of Food and Culture
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Nut
Book article from: Myths and Legends of the World
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King Nut Company
Book article from: International Directory of Company Histories
...Baskets and Parcels King Nut Company processes...and distributes nuts, dried fruits, pretzels...Municipal Stadium. King Nut's annual sales of nuts and dried fruits totaled...names. By 1997, King Nut was processing one million pounds of nuts (cashews, peanuts...
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Kola Nut
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
...disorders In Africa, the fresh nuts are chewed as a ceremonial greeting...help aid digestion, as kola nut stimulates gastric acid production. Kola nuts are also known to improve the...suppressant. Other conditions The kola nut is also used to treat migraine...
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Macadamia Nut
Book article from: How Products Are Made
Macadamia Nut Background In the world of nuts and berries, macadamia...first" macadamia nut tree is still growing and producing nuts, although typically...growing and producing nuts. Today, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation is the...
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