coconut
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Definition
A coconut is a large, hard-shelled fruit that grows on coconut palm trees, containing white edible flesh and coconut water inside. It is used for food, drink, and sometimes for making oil or crafts.
Usage & Nuances
"Coconut" is almost always used for the fruit or its products; in food, it refers to the meat, milk, water, or oil. It can be countable or uncountable ("a coconut", "some coconut"). Not to be confused with "cocoa" (for chocolate). Common in tropical contexts.
Example Sentences
I like to drink coconut water on hot days.
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She opened a coconut with a knife.
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The cake has coconut on top.
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Can you grab a fresh coconut from the market?
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The inside of a coconut is soft, but the shell is really hard to crack.
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Have you ever tried coconut ice cream? It's delicious!
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