Gadit

nutty

Definitions (2)
1adjectiveHaving a flavor or aroma reminiscent of nuts.
The bread has a nutty flavor that pairs well with cheese.
I love the nutty aroma of freshly roasted coffee.
This dish has a nutty taste due to the sesame seeds.
2adjectiveSlightly crazy or eccentric in behavior.
He's a bit nutty, but that's what makes him fun to be around.
Her nutty ideas often surprise everyone at the office.
The professor is known for his nutty sense of humor.
Word Origin
Language
English
Originally meant
having the flavor or characteristics of nuts
Background
The word 'nutty' has been used since the 19th century to describe flavors reminiscent of nuts. Over time, it also came to describe eccentric or slightly crazy behavior, likely due to the association with the idea of being 'off one's nut,' a slang term for being crazy.