# buckeye

/ˈbəˌkaɪ/ (US) · /bˈʌkaɪ/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/buckeye
Updated: 2026-06-22

## Definition

a person who goes to Ohio State University. It is also the name for a specific type of nut that looks like an eye.

For teachers: a student or alumnus of the Ohio State University. Also refers to the seed of the Aesculus genus, which is toxic to humans and animals.

## Examples

- The buckeye team won the championship game last night.
- As a proud buckeye, he wears his university colors to every home game.
- While the term is most commonly associated with collegiate athletics, the buckeye remains a potent symbol of regional identity and academic pride in the Midwest.

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