Earthnut

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈɜː(ɹ)ɵ.nÊŒt/
• US

Origin

earth + nut

Full definition of earthnut

Noun

1. Any of various roots, tubers, or pods that grow underground.
1. A tuber belonging to the species of , , , or
2. The dwarf ginseng:
3. The peanut
4. The underground tuber belonging to the genus Tuber; the truffle.

Synonyms

• (peanut) goober
• , goober pea, groundnut, , , pignut, truffle

Related terms

• earth chestnut
• groundnut