Definitions

1. noun

a type of tree (Castanea sativa) that produces edible nuts

“The family spent the day hiking through the forest and gathered chestnuts from the trees.”

2. noun

a brownish-red colour, especially a warm brown colour

“The sunset had a beautiful chestnut hue over the mountains.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is old-fashioned, especially in their opinions or way of life

“Grandpa is a bit of a chestnut when it comes to modern technology.”

4. verb

to decorate or ornament (something) with or as if with chestnut leaves

“The interior designer decided to chestnut the room with wooden panels.”

5. verb

to tell or retell a story or joke in a humorous or entertaining way

“He chestnutted the old tale to the kids around the campfire.”