cornflour

English

/ˈkɔːn.flaʊə/

noun
Definitions
  • (British) A very fine starch powder derived from maize (US corn) used in cooking as a thickener, to keep things from sticking, or as an anti-caking agent.

Etymology

Compound from English corn (maize, grain) + English flour.

Origin

English

flour

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