IPA: /ˈkɔrnˌkrɪb/
KK: /kɔrnkrɪb/
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.
IPA: /kɔrnd/
KK: /kɔrnd/
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.
IPA: /kɔːˈnɛtəʊ/
KK: /kɔrˈnɛtoʊ/
Definition: A type of brass musical instrument that is similar to a trumpet but has a more curved shape and is often used in classical music from earlier periods.
Example: The musician played a beautiful melody on the cornetto during the concert.
IPA: /ˈkɔrnˌhʌsk/
KK: /ˈkɔrnˌhʌsk/
Definition: The outer green or dry leaves that cover an ear of corn.
Example: After peeling back the cornhusk, we found the fresh corn inside.
IPA: /ˈkɔːrnhʌskɪŋ/
KK: /ˈkɔrnˌhʌskɪŋ/
Definition: A social event where people come together to remove the outer covering of corn, often involving community participation and celebration.
Example: The annual cornhusking event brought the whole community together for a day of fun and hard work.
IPA: /kɔːrˈniːʃɒn/
KK: /kɔrˈniˌʃɒn/
Definition: A small pickled cucumber, often used as a condiment or garnish in dishes.
Example: I added a cornichon to my sandwich for extra flavor.
IPA: /ˈkɔːnɪkəl/
KK: /ˈkɔrnɪkəl/
Definition: A small tube or structure found in certain marine animals, particularly in cephalopods, that helps with buoyancy and gas exchange.
Example: The cornicle in the squid plays a crucial role in its ability to control its depth in the water.
IPA: /ˈkɔrnɪfaɪ/
KK: /kɔrnɪfaɪ/
Definition: To change into a hard, horn-like substance, typically referring to the process of skin cells becoming keratinized.
Example: As the skin heals, it may cornify, forming a protective layer.
IPA: //ˈkɔːrnˌmɪl//
KK: /kɔrnˌmil/
Definition: A type of flour made by grinding dried corn, used in cooking and baking.
Example: She used cornmeal to make cornbread for dinner.
IPA: /ˈkɔrnˌpoʊn/
KK: /ˈkɔrnˌpoʊn/
Definition: Describing something that is simple, rustic, or unsophisticated, often in a charming or folksy way.
Example: The movie had a cornpone style that reminded everyone of small-town life.
Definition: A type of cornbread, often made from cornmeal and typically baked or fried, commonly associated with Southern and Midland U.S. cuisine.
Example: For dinner, we had fried cornpone served with collard greens and ham.
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