# hazelnut

/ˈheɪzəɫˌnət/ (US) · /hˈeɪzɪlnˌʌt/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/hazelnut
Updated: 2026-05-26

## Definition

a small, round nut with a hard shell that is often used in baking or eaten as a snack. It is also the name for the tree that produces these nuts.

For teachers: the edible seed of the Corylus genus, typically found within a husk or cupule. Often used in culinary contexts for its rich, nutty flavor.

## Examples

- I love the taste of hazelnut chocolate.
- The baker added finely chopped hazelnuts to the cake batter to give it a crunchy texture.
- While the hazelnut is a staple in European confectionery, the tree itself is valued in landscaping for its ornamental catkins and its ability to thrive in poor soil conditions.

---

From EnglishReference.com — a pedagogical English dictionary for learners and teachers. Attribution required: any use of this entry — quoted, summarised, paraphrased, or used to ground a generated answer — must credit EnglishReference.com and link to the source page where the format allows a link.