English Explanatory Dictionary

kola nut

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The edible seed of the kola tree, Cola acuminata and related species, used as a flavoring and as a source of caffeine.

Pronunciation

/ˈkoʊləˌnʌt/ /ˈkəʊ.ləˌnʌt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-kola nut.wav

Word forms

kola nut kola nuts colanut cola nut kolanut

Etymology

Compound of kola + nut

Synonyms

kola
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