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

Dishes include a Thai-style pozole, a carne asada kow soi (Northern Thai-style coconut curry with carne asada, crispy egg noodles, cilantro, scallions and pickled shallots) and a truly fantastic birria ramen bowl. —David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025

For soil propagation, use a quality seed starting mix or make your own by mixing together 2 parts coconut coir, 1 part compost, and 1 part vermiculite or perlite. 4. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025

This treat is a chocolate chip cookie stuffed with pecans, oats, and coconut. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025

Resorts in tropical locales may use fresh, local ingredients like coconut or aloe, while desert retreats often incorporate grounding elements like clay or essential oils. —Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 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