Meaning of the word walnut in English

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walnut

US /ˈwɑːl.nʌt/
UK /ˈwɑːl.nʌt/
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Noun

1.

the large wrinkled edible seed of the walnut tree, consisting of two halves contained within a hard, rounded shell

Example:
She cracked a walnut and ate the kernel.
Add chopped walnuts to the salad for extra crunch.
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2.

the tree that produces walnuts, typically large with a broad crown and valuable timber

Example:
The old walnut tree in the garden provides plenty of shade.
Furniture made from walnut wood is highly prized.
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