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Definition of ohio buckeye
ohio buckeye
Plural:Ohio buckeyes
• noun
1
American The somewhat toxic, shiny dark brown seed of the Ohio buckeye tree, distinguished by a pale circular patch.
Example
"Local folklore suggests that carrying an Ohio buckeye in your pocket will bring you good luck."
2
American A medium-sized deciduous tree native to the Midwestern United States, featuring palmately compound leaves, pale yellow-green flowers, and prickly fruit capsules.
Example
"The Ohio buckeye is commonly found growing in the rich, moist soils along midwestern riverbanks and streams."
Synonyms
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While 'Ohio buckeye' refers strictly to the tree species and its seed, the capitalized term 'Buckeye' is broadly used as a colloquial nickname for a resident of Ohio or an athlete from Ohio State University.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ohio buckeye. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ohio-buckeye