nutcracker

noun

nut·​crack·​er ˈnət-ˌkra-kər How to pronounce nutcracker (audio)
: an implement for cracking nuts

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Also known as nutcracker esophagus or distal or diffuse esophageal spasm (DES), esophageal spasm is a rare disorder affecting about 1 in 100,000 people. Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Dec. 2024 Dress the counters with a nutcracker doll and small trees adorned with miniature ornaments. Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024 Jerk chicken and nutcrackers, a New York City alcoholic drink, were available at the show. Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 This year's holiday trends include a big dose of nostalgia, including flocked trees, retro pink decorations, and classic nutcrackers. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nutcracker 

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nutcracker was in the 15th century

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“Nutcracker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutcracker. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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nutcracker

noun
nut·​crack·​er ˈnət-ˌkrak-ər How to pronounce nutcracker (audio)
: a device for cracking the shells of nuts

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