corncob

English

/ˈkɔɹnkɒb/, /ˈkɔːnkɒb/, [ˈkɔɹnkɑb]

noun
Definitions
  • The central cylindrical core of an ear of corn (maize) on which the kernels are attached in rows.

Etymology

Compound from English corn (maize, grain) + English cob (one who is eminent great, clay mixed with straw).

Origin

English

cob

Gloss

one who is eminent great, clay mixed with straw

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