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
Slow Rise sells pandan coconut, lavender lemon, blackberry lime, everything-but-the-bagel, and other flavors.
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2024
During baking, the shredded carrot and coconut become tender and chewy.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
The chocolate flavor contains just egg whites, coconut, cocoa, and monk fruit.
—Alexandra Paetow Ms Rdn, Parents, 15 Apr. 2024
The drink menu includes craft cocktails like an ancho margarita made with grapefruit and cinnamon, and Patio Views, a drink made with gin, watermelon and coconut.
—The Arizona Republic, 15 Apr. 2024
Vanilla Ria Sandwiches, which have egg, soy, wheat and coconut.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
Bottled at a substantial 47 percent ABV, it’s loaded with banana, vanilla, coconut, and a little citrus, with light Jamaican funk coming in on the finish.
—Tony Sachs, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024
Fold egg whites into coconut mixture until just combined.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 27 Mar. 2024
According to the National Center for Home Food Preservation, pies or baked goods with cream or custard fillings (such as coconut or chocolate cream pies) are prone to separating and turning watery or lumpy.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2024
During baking, the shredded carrot and coconut become tender and chewy.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
The chocolate flavor contains just egg whites, coconut, cocoa, and monk fruit.
—Alexandra Paetow Ms Rdn, Parents, 15 Apr. 2024
The drink menu includes craft cocktails like an ancho margarita made with grapefruit and cinnamon, and Patio Views, a drink made with gin, watermelon and coconut.
—The Arizona Republic, 15 Apr. 2024
Vanilla Ria Sandwiches, which have egg, soy, wheat and coconut.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
Bottled at a substantial 47 percent ABV, it’s loaded with banana, vanilla, coconut, and a little citrus, with light Jamaican funk coming in on the finish.
—Tony Sachs, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024
Fold egg whites into coconut mixture until just combined.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 27 Mar. 2024
According to the National Center for Home Food Preservation, pies or baked goods with cream or custard fillings (such as coconut or chocolate cream pies) are prone to separating and turning watery or lumpy.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
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“Coconut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coconut. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.
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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
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