Definition

A building or structure used to store and dry corn, typically made of wood or other materials.

Example

The farmer filled the corncrib with freshly harvested corn to keep it safe and dry.

Conversation

Have you seen the new corncrib they built on the farm?

Yeah, it's huge! I can't believe how much corn it can hold.

I wonder how long it takes to fill a corncrib like that.

Probably all season, especially with the harvest coming up.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Corncrib → The word is formed from "corn" (from Old English *corn*, meaning grain or seed) and "crib" (from Old English *cribb*, meaning a small enclosure or structure). A corncrib is a structure used for storing grain or corn.

Memory Tip

Think of 'corn' as grain and 'crib' as a small structure — a corncrib is a place where grain is stored.

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