Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

husking-bee

noun

/ˈhʌskɪŋ biː/

Definition

A social gathering where participants remove the husks from corn ears, often held for community bonding and enjoyment.

Examples

At the annual husking-bee, everyone gathered to husk corn under the stars.
The husking-bee turned into a lively party with music and dancing after the work was done.

Meaning

The term refers to a communal event focused on the husking of corn, traditionally involving friends and family working together and celebrating the harvest.