Crossword clues for the word: HICKORY The word HICKORY has appeared as an answer to at least 10 crossword clues on different crossword puzzles. Crossword clues for HICKORY Showing 1 to 10 of 10 results Clue(s) "Smoker's aroma, maybe" Cookout flavoring Drumstick material Fragrant wood often used in backyard smokers Handle wood Nut-bearing tree of North America such as the Pignut — or Nutmeg — Tough heavy hardwood Tree Walnut family member Wood for canes.