rattlenut

ˈrætəlnʌt

Definitions

1. noun

a type of tree (Juglans californica) native to western North America, characterized by its edible nuts and distinctive rattling sound when its leaves or branches are moved

“The hikers stumbled upon a rattlenut tree deep in the forest and were excited to try its edible nuts.”

Synonyms

  • California black walnut
  • Juglans californica

Antonyms

  • fertile tree
  • fruitful tree