Bitter Almond Definition

noun
A variety of almond (Prunus dulcis var. amara) having kernels that yield an oil consisting mostly of benzaldehyde and some hydrocyanic acid. The detoxified oil can be used for flavoring.
American Heritage
A variety of almond whose bitter seeds yield hydrocyanic acid upon hydrolysis.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • Amygdalus communis amara
  • Prunus dulcis amara

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Singular:
bitter almond
Plural:
bitter almonds

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