Almond tree, almond

Definisjon

= a tree belonging to the peach family; growing wild, and reaching a height of 4.5 to 6 m; it sheds its oblong leaves in winter and produces white or pink flowers and blooms as early as January; the leaves appear much later; ◄ Prunis dulcis; ► the seed is fifty percent oil, and can be eaten raw or roasted