nutcracker

noun

nut·​crack·​er ˈnət-ˌkra-kər How to pronounce nutcracker (audio)
: an implement for cracking nuts

Examples of nutcracker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Around him were homemade homages, given to him by fans — Svengoolie skateboards, latch-hook rugs, nutcrackers, pumpkins, Legos, tin-can puppets, ukuleles, Hello Kitty dolls, Trolls, paintings, guitars. Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 25 Oct. 2024 Items include household decorations, lights, trees, candles, menorahs, nutcrackers, and wreaths. Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024 Specialized tools, such as a nutcracker or something similar, may be required. Johna Burdeos, Health, 1 Oct. 2024 The nutcracker Those enjoying hot chocolate, hot apple cider or other nonalcoholic drinks can imbibe from this stately design. Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nutcracker 

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of nutcracker was in the 15th century

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“Nutcracker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutcracker. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

nutcracker

noun
nut·​crack·​er ˈnət-ˌkrak-ər How to pronounce nutcracker (audio)
: a device for cracking the shells of nuts

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