almond
noun
al·mond
| \ ˈä-mənd
, ˈa-, ˈäl-, ˈal-
\
, ˈa-, ˈäl-, ˈal-
\
Definition of almond
1a
: the drupaceous fruit of a small tree (Prunus dulcis synonym P. amygdalus) of the rose family with flowers and young fruit resembling those of the peach
especially
: its ellipsoidal edible kernel used as a nut
b
: any of several similar fruits
2
: a tree that produces almonds
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Examples of almond in a Sentence
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Vitamin E is found naturally in certain foods, such as canola oil, olive oil and almonds. — BostonGlobe.com, "Tests show contaminant found in vaping products linked to deadly lung illnesses," 5 Sep. 2019 Vitamin E is found naturally in certain foods, such as canola oil, olive oil and almonds. — Anchorage Daily News, "Tests show contaminant found in vaping products linked to deadly lung illnesses," 5 Sep. 2019 Slowly blend in the milk mixture, then the almond extract and salt. — ExpressNews.com, "Recipe: Dairy-Free Coconut Mango Flan," 4 Sep. 2019 The flames were 30 feet tall, said Hansen, whose company near Fresno, California, grows grapes, pistachios and almonds. — Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, "Boat owner describes saving distressed crew members after Santa Cruz Island boat fire," 2 Sep. 2019 Or order the banana almond butter sandwich, which also features honey and strawberries. — Emily Sabens, Indianapolis Star, "Kid-friendly restaurants: 9 places in Indianapolis with the best children's menus," 29 Aug. 2019 Put about 1 1/2 cups (200 grams) of the pistachios in a food processor, and process until finely ground, about the consistency of almond meal. — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, "With their powers combined, strawberries, pistachios and olive oil make for one splendid cake," 28 Aug. 2019 Favorite flavor: Yerba Mate Ginger is laced with vanilla and almond extract for cream soda vibes, and Pineapple Ginger Turmeric brings the heat with a boost from black peppercorns. — Aliza Abarbanel, Bon Appétit, "Forget Keychains, Local Kombucha Is Our Must-Buy Travel Item," 28 Aug. 2019 Inside ravioli When on Larimer Square, try Rioja’s peach ravioli with peach mascarpone-stuffed pasta, duck sausage, baby squash, peach vinaigrette and almonds. — Josie Sexton, The Know, "From peach foie gras to boozy slushies, 20 ways to eat peaches at Denver restaurants right now," 28 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'almond.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for almond
almond
noun
English Language Learners Definition of almond
: a nut that has a sweet flavor
also
: the tree that produces almonds
See the full definition for almond in the English Language Learners Dictionary
almond
noun
al·mond
| \ ˈä-mənd, ˈa-\
Kids Definition of almond
: a nut that is the edible kernel of a small tree related to the peach tree
almond
noun
al·mond
| \ ˈäm-ənd
, ˈam-; ˈäl-mənd
, ˈal-
\
, ˈam-; ˈäl-mənd
, ˈal-
\
Medical Definition of almond
1
: a small tree (Prunus amygdalus) of the rose family with flowers and young fruit resembling those of the peach
2
: the drupaceous fruit of the almond
especially
: its ellipsoidal edible kernel used as a nut — compare amygdalin
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