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Meaning of the word nutty in English

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nutty

US /ˈnʌt̬.i/
UK /ˈnʌt.i/
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Adjective

1.

containing or tasting like nuts

Example:
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This bread has a delicious nutty flavor.
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The cheese had a rich, nutty aroma.
Synonym:
nutlike nut-flavored
2.

crazy or eccentric

Example:
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He's a bit nutty, but harmless.
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She came up with a really nutty idea for the party.
Synonym:
crazy mad insane eccentric bonkers loony wacky daft off-the-wall unhinged
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be (as) nutty as a fruitcake