peppernut
nounEtymology Calque of German Pfeffernüsse.
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A pfeffernuss/pfeffernusse (gingerbread biscuit).
noun — 2 senses
Etymology From pepper + nut.
The edible fruit of a pepperwood tree (California laurel).
Etymology Calque of German Pfeffernüsse.
A pfeffernuss/pfeffernusse (gingerbread biscuit).
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