— nuttily , adv. — nuttiness , n.
/nut"ee/ , adj., nuttier, nuttiest .
1. abounding in or producing nuts.
2. nutlike, esp. in flavor.
3. Slang.
a. silly or ridiculous: a nutty suggestion.
b. eccentric; queer.
c. insane.
d. very or excessively interested, excited, or the like: He's nutty about Mexican food.
4. full of flavor or zest; lively; stimulating; meaty: He offered several rich, nutty ideas on the subject.
[ 1655-65; NUT + -Y 1 ]