# pecan

/ˈpiˌkɑn/ (US) · /pɪkˈɑːn/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/pecan
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a large, hard-shelled nut with a sweet, buttery flavor. You often find them in pies, cookies, and candies.

For teachers: a large, edible seed of the pecan tree, native to North America. The hard shell is typically removed before the nut is used in culinary applications.

## Examples

- I love eating pecan pie with my coffee.
- The baker used finely chopped pecans to add a crunchy texture to the chocolate brownies.
- While walnuts are more common in European cuisine, pecans are a staple of Southern American baking, prized for their rich, oily flavor and smooth texture.

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