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butternut

but·ter·nut

uncommon obsolete us

noun

1.

North American walnut tree having light-brown wood and edible nuts; source of a light-brown dye

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Origin

After the color of the Confederate uniform.

Phrases

  • butternut pumpkin
  • butternut squash

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