Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nuts

noun
/nʌts/
Definition
Nuts are hard-shelled fruits or seeds that are typically edible.
Examples
  • She loves snacking on mixed nuts during the movie.
  • After that shocking news, he was acting like he was nuts.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘nuts’ can also refer to a state of madness or eccentric behavior.
Synonyms
  • seeds
  • fruits
  • crazy (when referring to the slang usage)