Corncob: meaning, definitions and examples
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corncob
[ ˈkɔrnˌkɒb ]
food item
A corncob is the central part of an ear of corn, to which the kernels are attached. It's typically discarded after the corn is eaten, but it can be used in various recipes or for decorative purposes.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She tossed the corncob into the compost bin.
- We used a corncob to make a game for the kids.
- After enjoying the corn on the cob, we had several corncobs left.
- The corncob was used as a rustic decoration for the autumn table.
- He found a corncob on the ground and decided to keep it as a souvenir.
Translations
Translations of the word "corncob" in other languages:
🇵🇹 espiga de milho
🇮🇳 मकई का खोला
🇩🇪 Maiskolben
🇮🇩 tongkol jagung
🇺🇦 качан кукурудзи
🇵🇱 kolba kukurydzy
🇯🇵 トウモロコシの芯
🇫🇷 épi de maïs
🇪🇸 mazorca de maíz
🇹🇷 mısır koçanı
🇰🇷 옥수수 속
🇸🇦 سنابل الذرة
🇨🇿 klas kukuřice
🇸🇰 klas kukurice
🇨🇳 玉米棒
🇸🇮 storžek koruze
🇮🇸 maiskólfur
🇰🇿 сабан бидай
🇬🇪 მარცვლების კუთხე
🇦🇿 qarğıdalı başlığı
🇲🇽 mazorca de maíz
Etymology
The term 'corncob' originates from the word 'corn,' which comes from the Old English 'corn,' meaning 'grain' or 'seed.' This term was used for various grains before it became specifically associated with maize in the United States. The addition of 'cob' refers to the central core or shaft of the ear from which the kernels grow. As maize became more popular in the Americas, especially with Native American agriculture practices, the term 'corncob' became common in agricultural and culinary contexts. The usage of 'corncob' signifies not just the structure itself but also highlights its role in both cooking and practical applications, like animal feed or crafts.