Definition of "filberts" []

• Plural form of filbert. (noun)

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• "The nuts, sometimes called filberts, were also sold in mixed-nut packages."
• "For ordinary purposes the nuts sold commercially, whether imported or grown in this country, are called filberts while those nuts which may be found growing prolifically in woodlands and pastures over almost the whole United States but which are not to be found on the market are called hazelnuts."
• "I must digress and say that hazelnuts, also called filberts, are absolutely my most favorite nut, so it's no wonder that I adore these Ferrero Rocher confections!"