Hominy: meaning, definitions and examples
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hominy
[ หhษmษชni ]
food preparation
Hominy is a food made from dried corn kernels that have been treated with an alkali in a process called nixtamalization. This process removes the hulls from the corn and enhances its nutritional value. Hominy is often used in dishes such as grits or pozole, providing a distinct flavor and chewy texture.
Synonyms
corn grits, nixtamalized corn.
Examples of usage
- I love cooking hominy with spices for a vibrant side dish.
- Grits are commonly made from ground hominy in Southern cuisine.
- We enjoyed a traditional Mexican pozole, which featured hominy as a key ingredient.
- For breakfast, I prepared a hearty hominy and sausage casserole.
Translations
Translations of the word "hominy" in other languages:
๐ต๐น hominy
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเฅเคฎเคฟเคจเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Hominy
๐ฎ๐ฉ hominy
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะพะผัะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ hominy
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใ
๐ซ๐ท hominy
๐ช๐ธ hominy
๐น๐ท hominy
๐ฐ๐ท ํธ๋ฏธ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ููู ููู
๐จ๐ฟ hominy
๐ธ๐ฐ hominy
๐จ๐ณ ็็ฑณ็ฒ
๐ธ๐ฎ hominy
๐ฎ๐ธ hominy
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณะพะผะธะฝะธ
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hominy
๐ฒ๐ฝ hominy
Etymology
The word 'hominy' originates from the Powhatan word 'nim รฑว,' which means 'parched corn.' The term was adopted into English in the early 17th century as colonists encountered Native American cooking methods. The process of nixtamalization has been practiced for thousands of years, particularly in Mesoamerican cultures, where it was essential for creating masa for tortillas and tamales. Over time, the use of hominy spread throughout the Americas, becoming a staple in various regional cuisines. Today, hominy has a special place in Southern U.S. cooking, often enjoyed in dishes that showcase its unique texture and flavor.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,205, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 29204 draughtsmen
- 29205 hominy
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- 29207 invoicing
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