Meaning & Definition of word "Peanut"
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Peanut
/ˈpiːnʌt/
noun:
- 1. A small edible seed belonging to the legume family, often used as a snack, in cooking, or to make oil.
- Example: He grabbed a handful of peanuts to snack on during the game.
- 2. A term sometimes used informally to refer to something small or insignificant.
- Example: The payment he received for his work was a peanut compared to what others made.
- 3. A specific variety of peanut, sometimes used in different contexts or regional dialects.
- Example: The farmer cultivated a new variety of peanut known for its high yield.
Etymology
From the earlier term 'pindar' or 'pindar seed' from the Atlantic Coast Native American tribes' languages.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be paid peanuts:
to receive a very small amount of money for work done.
peanut butter:
a spread made from ground dry roasted peanuts.
go bananas over peanuts:
to get very excited or enthusiastic about peanuts.
Related Words
nut:
A hard-shelled fruit that contains a seed.
legume:
A type of plant whose fruit is a pod.
protein:
A macronutrient essential for building muscle mass.
Slang Meanings of peanut
Meaning: Something very small or insignificant.
Example Sentence: That problem is just peanuts compared to what we had last year.
Meaning: A term of endearment for someone who is small or cute.
Example Sentence: Come here, my little peanut!