1. plural of breadnut; the large, starchy seeds of a tropical tree (Artocarpus camansi), eaten as a staple food when boiled or roasted.
Usage: Also called breadnut tree or breadfruit kin; common in Caribbean and Pacific regions.

Examples

• The breadnuts were boiled until soft and served with salt and butter.
• In Jamaica, breadnuts are a traditional side dish at family meals.
• She roasted the breadnuts over the fire until they turned golden brown.
• Breadnuts are rich in carbohydrates and provide an important source of nutrition in tropical countries.
• The vendor at the market sold fresh breadnuts by the pound.