Definition

A small, sharp tool designed to help remove the edible part from nuts.

Example

She used a nutpick to get the last piece of walnut from its shell.

Conversation

Have you ever used a nutpick before?

No, I haven't, but I’ve seen them in stores.

They're really handy for getting the nut out of the shell.

I might need to get one; it sounds useful!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'nutpick' is formed from 'nut' (from Old English 'cyning', meaning a hard-shelled fruit) and 'pick' (from Old English 'piccan', meaning to pierce or to pluck). The term 'nutpick' refers to a tool or action used to pick or extract the edible part of a nut from its shell.

Memory Tip

Think of 'picking' ('pick') the 'hard-shelled fruit' ('nut') to remember that 'nutpick' means a tool or action for extracting nuts.

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