candlenut (Meaning)

Wordnet

candlenut (n)

large tree native to southeastern Asia; the nuts yield oil used in varnishes; nut kernels strung together are used locally as candles

seed of candlenut tree; source of soil used in varnishes

Webster

candlenut (n.)

The fruit of a euphorbiaceous tree or shrub (Aleurites moluccana), native of some of the Pacific islands. It is used by the natives as a candle. The oil from the nut ( candlenut, / kekune, oil) has many uses.

The tree itself.

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large tree native to southeastern Asia; the nuts yield oil used in varnishes; nut kernels strung together are used locally as candles, seed of candlenut tree; s

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The candlenut, also known as kukui nut, is a highly versatile ingredient in Indonesian cuisine.

In traditional Indonesian cooking, candlenut is often ground into a paste and used as a base for various dishes.

Candlenut is rich in oils and is prized for its unique flavor, which adds depth to many Southeast Asian recipes.

The candlenut tree produces clusters of round nuts, which are harvested for culinary and medicinal purposes.