nut
Pronunciación: [nʌt]
Contexto: «food»
(noun) a hard-shelled fruit or seed that is usually eaten as a snack or used in cooking. Nuts like almonds and peanuts are healthy and can be a tasty part of meals.
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I love eating almonds as a healthy snack.
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He didn't want any nuts because he is allergic to them.
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Which nuts do you like the most?
Contexto: «mechanical»
(noun) a small piece of metal with a hole in the middle that fits on a bolt to hold things together. Nuts are used in building and repairs, like when fixing something at home.
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The builder used a nut to secure the metal frame tightly.
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They couldn't fix the engine because they lost the nut needed for the bolt.
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Do you know where I can find a nut for this bolt?
Contexto: «informal language»
(noun) a person who behaves in a silly or crazy way, like someone who is very excited about something. If someone is very passionate or extreme about their favorite hobby, you might call them a nut.
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He's such a nut about collecting toy trains; he has hundreds of them!
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She isn’t a nut; she just likes to stay calm and simple.
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Is he really a nut when it comes to his favorite band?
Contexto: «informal language»
(verb) to act in a crazy or enthusiastic manner. It’s like when someone is so happy they can't stop laughing or dancing.
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They love to nut at the party and have fun dancing all night.
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She didn't nut at the concert; she just stood still and enjoyed the music.
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Why do you think they love to nut when they hear their favorite song?