Definition

A type of tree that produces a nut, originally from Australia and now grown in other places like Hawaii.

Example

I love adding macadamia nuts to my cookies for a rich flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a macadamia nut cookie?

Yes, they're my favorite! So rich and buttery.

I just bought some macadamia nuts to snack on.

That's awesome! They are great on their own or in recipes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Macadamia comes from the name of the Scottish-Australian chemist John Macadam, who was instrumental in the cultivation of the nut. The word itself does not have Latin or Greek roots but is derived from the proper noun 'Macadamia', which refers to the genus of the tree that produces the nut. The original meaning relates to the nut produced by the Macadamia tree.

Memory Tip

Think of John Macadam, the person who helped cultivate this nut, to remember that 'macadamia' refers to the nut from the Macadamia tree.

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