nutshell

noun

nut·​shell ˈnət-ˌshel How to pronounce nutshell (audio)
1
: the hard external covering in which the kernel of a nut is enclosed
2
: something of small size, amount, or scope
Phrases
in a nutshell
: in a very brief statement

Examples of nutshell in a Sentence

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In a nutshell, Tony miraculously survived 100% blockage in an artery that feeds oxygen to a major portion of the heart. Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 14 Nov. 2024 In a nutshell, if inflation goes up, then your Homestead Exemption will increase and reduce your property taxes. Marty Kiar, Sun Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024 In a nutshell, Trump's election victory has likely transformed his criminal situation. Mallorie Sullivan, USA TODAY, 7 Nov. 2024 In a nutshell, the building blocks of any electoral consensus are weak at best. Chris Jackson, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nutshell 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of nutshell was in the 13th century

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“Nutshell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutshell. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

nutshell

noun
nut·​shell ˈnət-ˌshel How to pronounce nutshell (audio)
: the shell of a nut
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