Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hickory
Noun
/ˈhɪkəri/
Definition
A type of deciduous tree found primarily in North America, known for its strong wood and edible nuts.
Examples
- The hickory tree is famous for its dense, tough wood.
- Many people enjoy hickory nuts in baking or as a snack.
- The smoke from hickory wood is often used to flavor meats in barbecue cooking.
Meaning
Hickory refers to both the tree and the hard, strong wood it produces; it is also associated with the nuts that grow on some species.
Synonyms
- Nut tree
- Wood
- Hardwood
