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Meaning of pecan

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pecan

Pronunciation:/piːˈkæn//pəˈkɑːn/

noun

Definitions

  1. A deciduous tree, Carya illinoinensis, of the central and southern United States, having deeply furrowed bark, pinnately compound leaves, and edible nuts.

  2. A smooth, thin-shelled, edible oval nut of this tree.

  3. A half of the edible portion of the inside of this nut.