Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pecan
noun
/pɪˈkæn/ or /ˈpiːkən/

Definition
A type of nut that comes from the pecan tree, native to North America.

Examples
- Pecan pie is a popular dessert in the Southern United States.
- He added pecans to his salad for extra crunch and flavor.
- The farmer harvested a bumper crop of pecans this year.

Meaning
Pecans are edible nuts that have a rich, buttery flavor and are commonly used in desserts and cooking.

Synonyms
- nut
- hazelnut
- walnut