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Definition of Butternut

• (n.) An American tree (Juglans cinerea) of the Walnut family, and its edible fruit; -- so called from the oil contained in the latter. Sometimes called oil nut and white walnut.
• (n.) The nut of the Caryocar butyrosum and C. nuciferum, of S. America; -- called also Souari nut.

Synonyms of Butternut

• Butternut Tree
• White Walnut
• Juglans Cinerea

Antonyms of Butternut

Homophones of Butternut