pecan
noun/pɪˈkɑn/
Frequency rank: #13,963 most common English word
Meaning
a smooth, oval nut with a rich, buttery flavor, grown on a North American tree.
Example sentence
She topped the sweet potato pie with crushed pecan pieces for extra crunch.
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