Definition

Describing food that has been preserved in salt, often referring to meat.

Example

The corned beef was tender and flavorful after being cooked slowly.

Conversation

Have you ever tried corned beef sandwiches?

Yeah, they're actually pretty tasty!

I love how the corned flavor adds something unique.

Totally! It’s my go-to for a quick meal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Corned comes from the word 'corn' (from Old English 'corn', meaning grain or seed) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past action or condition). The term 'corned' originally referred to meat that has been preserved or cured with salt, resembling the grains of salt used in the process.

Memory Tip

Think of 'corn' as referring to grains, and remember that 'corned' means something that has been treated with grains of salt for preservation.

Visually Confused Words