Cornstalk: meaning, definitions and examples
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cornstalk
[ ˈkɔrnˌstɔk ]
plant structure
A cornstalk is the stem of a corn plant, which supports the leaves and ears of corn. Typically, cornstalks can grow quite tall and are an important part of the plant's anatomy. They consist of nodes and internodes, which help in the stability and nutrient transport of the plant. Strong and sturdy, cornstalks are often harvested along with the corn when the crop is collected. In some farming regions, cornstalks are also left in the field after harvesting and can be used for various purposes including animal bedding and compost.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The farmer inspected the cornstalks for any signs of disease.
- After the harvest, the cornstalks were left to decompose in the field.
- Cornstalks can reach heights of several feet by the end of the growing season.
- The cornstalk's leaves provide essential photosynthesis for growth.
Translations
Translations of the word "cornstalk" in other languages:
🇵🇹 caule de milho
🇮🇳 मक्का की तना
🇩🇪 Maisstängel
🇮🇩 batang jagung
🇺🇦 стебло кукурудзи
🇵🇱 łodyga kukurydzy
🇯🇵 トウモロコシの茎
🇫🇷 tige de maïs
🇪🇸 tallo de maíz
🇹🇷 mısır sapı
🇰🇷 옥수수 줄기
🇸🇦 ساق الذرة
🇨🇿 stvol kukuřice
🇸🇰 stonka kukurice
🇨🇳 玉米秆
🇸🇮 steblo koruze
🇮🇸 maísstafur
🇰🇿 жүгері сабағы
🇬🇪 მარცვლეულის ღერო
🇦🇿 mısır sapı
🇲🇽 tallo de maíz
Etymology
The term 'cornstalk' is derived from the compound words 'corn' and 'stalk'. 'Corn' has its roots in the Old English word 'corn', which initially referred to any type of grain or seed. Over time, in most contexts in American English, it has come to specifically mean maize (Zea mays) or sweet corn, a staple crop in many parts of the world. 'Stalk' comes from the Old Norse word 'stalkr', which refers to a stem or support of a plant. The use of 'cornstalk' thus creates a precise term that designates the specific stem of the corn plant, emphasizing its agricultural significance. The word 'cornstalk' came into common usage in the 19th century, coinciding with the rise of modern agriculture and corn cultivation in America.