Groundnut (noun)

A plant with a yellow or white root that yields edible nuts.

Origin:

The word 'groundnut' comes from the words 'ground' meaning soil, and 'nut' meaning a hard-shelled seed. it was originally used to describe plants that produced nuts that grew underground.

Examples:

1. Groundnuts are an important food source in Africa.
2. She roasted a handful of groundnuts and ate them as a snack.
3. The groundnut oil is used in cooking in many parts of the world.
4. Groundnuts are high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
5. Groundnuts are also known as peanuts.