nutting

¹

[ nuht-ing ]

noun

1. the act of seeking or gathering nuts. nut.

Nutting

²

[ nuht-ing ]

noun

1. Wallace, 1861–1941, U.S. antiquary, author, and illustrator.

nutting

/ ˈnʌtɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or pastime of gathering nuts

Word History and Origins

Origin of nutting¹

First recorded in 1715–25; nut + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“We’re really alarmed about this happening,” said Kate Nutting, general manager of the water company’s southwest district.

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“The first half of 2024, it’s just really ramped up,” Nutting said, “which is why we’ve been taking even more aggressive measures to try to stop it.”

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The measures the company has taken include welding hydrants to block access to the bolts, Nutting said.

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“In some cases, they are very persistent in getting those parts out,” Nutting said.

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“It’s critical for us to replace them as quickly as possible,” Nutting said.

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