Definitions

1. noun

a tree of the walnut family, having a straight, smooth trunk, and a wood that is valued for smoking meat.

“The barbecue was smoked to perfection with hickory wood.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of people who live in rural areas, especially in the southern United States.

“The hickory accent was distinctive in the folk music scene.”

3. noun

a type of wood used for smoking, especially for barbecue.

“The hickory was the perfect wood to add a smoky flavor to the ribs.”