"acorn nut" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: acorn nuts [plural]
Etymology: acorn + nut, because it looks like an acorn. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|acorn|nut}} acorn + nut Head templates: {{en-noun}} acorn nut (plural acorn nuts)
  1. (engineering) A closed nut having a dome-like cap over the rear protruding part of the engaged screw or bolt. Categories (topical): Engineering Synonyms: cap nut

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