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nutlet

|nut-let|

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/ˈnʌtlɪt/

small nut

Etymology
Etymology Information

'nutlet' originates from the English word 'nut,' with the diminutive suffix '-let' indicating a smaller version.

Historical Evolution

'nut' transformed into 'nutlet' by adding the diminutive suffix '-let' to indicate a smaller size.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a small nut,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small nut or nut-like fruit, often a single-seeded segment of a compound fruit.

The plant produces tiny nutlets that are dispersed by the wind.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/24 23:35