macadamia

/mækəˈdiːmɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

a nut-bearing tree native to Australia, or its edible nut.

“The exotic restaurant served macadamia nuts as a snack.”

2. noun

a region in Hawaii, USA, where macadamia trees are cultivated.

“The island of Hawaii is famous for its macadamia production.”

Synonyms

  • australian nut
  • hawaiian nut

Antonyms

  • cashew
  • pistachio