pistachio
/pis'tɑ:ʃiou/
Definition
- Noun:
- A small, hard-shelled nut: The edible seed of the Mediterranean pistachio tree (Pistacia vera), typically having a beige shell that splits open naturally and a distinctive green kernel.
- The tree itself: A small deciduous tree native to southern Europe and western Asia that produces these nuts.
- A pale green color: A light yellowish-green color resembling that of the pistachio nut's kernel.
Examples of Usage
- Noun (Nut):
- She added a handful of salted pistachios to the salad.
- Cracking open the pistachio shell can be tricky.
- Noun (Tree):
- The pistachio is well-suited to hot, dry climates.
- Noun (Color):
- They painted the kitchen walls a soft pistachio.
Advanced Usage
- "Pistachio green": A specific shade of light green.
- Her dress was a lovely pistachio green.
Variants and Related Words
- Pistachio nut: A more specific term for the edible seed.
- Pistachio ice cream: A common flavor of ice cream colored and flavored with pistachios.
Synonyms
- Green almond (in some descriptive contexts, though botanically different).
Related Phrases
- Shelled pistachios: Refers to pistachio nuts that have had their hard outer shells removed.
- Roasted pistachios: A common preparation method for the nuts.
Noun
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nut of Mediterranean trees having an edible green kernel
-
small tree of southern Europe and Asia Minor bearing small hard-shelled nuts
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