Associations to the word «Pecan»

Wiktionary

PECAN, noun. A deciduous tree, Carya illinoinensis, of the central and southern United States, having deeply furrowed bark, pinnately compound leaves, and edible nuts.
PECAN, noun. A smooth, thin-shelled, edible oval nut of this tree.
PECAN, noun. A half of the edible portion of the inside of this nut.
PECAN PIE, noun. A sweet pie made from corn syrup and pecans, considered a specialty of Southern United States cuisine.
PECAN PIES, noun. Plural of pecan pie

Dictionary definition

PECAN, noun. Wood of a pecan tree.
PECAN, noun. Tree of southern United States and Mexico cultivated for its nuts.
PECAN, noun. Smooth brown oval nut of south central United States.

Wise words

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