coconut

noun

co·​co·​nut ˈkō-kə-(ˌ)nət 

1

: the drupaceous fruit of the coconut palm whose outer fibrous husk yields coir and whose nut contains thick edible meat and, in the fresh fruit, a clear liquid (see coconut water)

2

: the edible meat of the coconut

Examples of coconut in a Sentence

The pastry is covered with shredded coconut.

Recent Examples on the Web

This fan-favorite blend will be available until June and has a unique blend of chocolate and coconut flavors. —Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Jan. 2025

In this tightening balm, the seaweed melds with a softening blend of passion fruit seed, coconut, acai, and babassu oils. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2025

And for dessert, pastry chef Marie Riddle has highlighted fruits in beignets with spiced berry coulis and crème brulee with pineapple, coconut, and makrut passionfruit anglaise. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2025

Common sources include meat, dairy, and butter, as well as some tropical plant oils, such as coconut and palm oil.1 All fats contain carbon and hydrogen. —Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 15 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing coconut

• coconut crab
• coconut milk
• coconut oil
• coconut palm
• coconut shy
• coconut water

Kids Definition

coconut

noun

co·​co·​nut ˈkō-kə-(ˌ)nət 

: the large egg-shaped husk-covered fruit of the coconut palm

Medical Definition

coconut

noun

co·​co·​nut ˈkō-kə-(ˌ)nət 

1

: the fruit of the coconut palm having an outer fibrous husk with a nut containing thick edible meat and coconut milk

2

: the edible meat of the coconut