pecan

Meanings

• noun

  A type of tree nut native to Central and South America, having a sweet, rich flavor.

  - "The pecan tree is native to Central and South America."
  - "Pecans are a popular ingredient in baking."

• noun

  A tree producing a large nut with a sweet, edible kernel.

  - "The pecan tree is the source of delicious nuts."
  - "Pecans are often used in candy and desserts."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pecan
can , pan

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Variants

List of all variants of pecan that leads to same result
pecan , pecans

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Etymology

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The word 'pecan' comes from the Algonquian word 'pacan', meaning 'all nuts'

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Trivia

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1. Pecans are rich in antioxidants and heart-healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.

2. Georgia is the largest producer of pecans in the United States.

3. Pecans were first introduced to Europe in the late 1500s.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pecan pie: A traditional dessert made with pecans, corn syrup, sugar, eggs, and milk.

2. Pecan wood: The wood from pecan trees is prized for its hardness and durability, and is used in furniture making and construction.

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Culture

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Pecans have been a staple food source for various Native American tribes for thousands of years. They were also an important trade item. Today, pecans are widely cultivated and consumed for their rich, sweet flavor in various culinary applications.

How to Memorize "pecan"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a tree with large, sweet nuts hanging from its branches. Imagine the texture and taste of the nut.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pecan' with 'delicious' and 'nut'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Pecans are a popular, prized, and precious nut' to remember the word.

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