Almond (noun)

1. A small, oval nut with a hard, woody shell and a sweet, edible kernel.
2. The tree which produces this nut.

Origin:

Old english amand(e), via latin from greek amugdalē, from amugdalos "amygdala" (the almond-shaped organ in the brain).

Examples:

1. She ate a handful of almonds as a snack.
2. Almond milk is a popular alternative to cow's milk.
3. Almond oil is used in cosmetics and cooking.
4. Almond paste is used in baking.
5. The almond tree is a common sight in Mediterranean countries.