Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
corn-shuck
noun
/kɔrn ʃʌk/
Definition
The outer covering or husk of a corn ear, which is typically removed before cooking or eating the kernels.
Examples
- After harvesting, we peeled away the corn-shucks to reveal the sweet kernels inside.
- The farmer showed the children how to properly remove the corn-shuck before boiling the ears.
- We used the corn-shucks in a craft project to make festive decorations.
Meaning
A corn-shuck protects the corn until it’s ready to be harvested and eaten.
Synonyms
- husk
- covering
