Meanings
nounnutcracker doll (plural nutcracker dolls)
plural nutcracker dolls
- A decorative wooden figurine, traditionally German, shaped like a soldier, king, or other figure, known for its large jaw operated by a lever to crack nuts; usually associated with Christmas decor.
Synonyms: Christmas nutcracker
Synonyms & antonyms
nounA decorative wooden figurine, traditionally German, shaped like a soldier, king, or other figure, known for its large jaw operated by a lever to crack nuts; usually associated with Christmas decor.
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Indonesian boneka pemecah kacang
- boneka pemecah kacangnutcracker doll
Japanese くるみ割わり人にん形ぎょう
- くるみ割わり人にん形ぎょう (kurumiwariningyō)nutcracker doll
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