Beaked Hazelnut (Noun)
Meaning
Hazel of western United States with conspicuous beaklike involucres on the nuts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The beaked hazelnut is a deciduous shrub native to the western United States, often found in moist forests and along streams.
- Beaked hazelnut is a common sight in the mountainous regions of the Pacific Northwest, where its distinctive nuts can be seen.
- The beaked hazelnut's unique involucres resemble a beak, giving the nut its distinctive appearance and name.
- In the fall, the beaked hazelnut's leaves turn a vibrant yellow before dropping, revealing the beaklike involucres on the nuts.
- Beaked hazelnut is an important food source for many animals in the western United States, including squirrels and birds.