What is another word for corncob?

Pronunciation: [kˈɔːnkɒb] (IPA)

Corncob is a term used to describe the cylindrical core from which kernels of corn are removed. While it's the most common word used to describe this object, there are a few synonyms that one can use to spice things up. These include "corn stick," "maize cob," "corn ear," "cob of corn," "corn stump," and "corn spindle." Each of these variations paint a slightly different picture in the reader's mind, but they all serve the same purpose in describing the leftover husk that's often used for various purposes, including fuel for cooking and heating. Next time you're writing about corn, consider using one of these synonyms to add a little variety to your writing.

Synonyms for Corncob:

What are the hypernyms for Corncob?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Corncob

The Colonel, who had always detested pipes, learned to smoke a corncob.
"The Crisis, Volume 6"
Winston Churchill
On the bay about us, fishing boats were lazily bobbing up and down; in some, old bearded fishermen with broad hats, smoking clay and corncob pipes, were drying their seines.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
When the others were gone, he uncrossed his legs, and crossed them the other way, and thrust the corncob into his pocket.
"The Missourian"
Eugene P. (Eugene Percy) Lyle

Famous quotes with Corncob

  • Faulkner falsified life for dramatic effect. It's sentimentality disguised by the corncob.
    William Faulkner
  • I fell into conversation with Douglas. His is a split personality. he is delightful; clever, funny, observant, drily cynical. But get him anywhere near "display mode", particularly if there are officials around, and he might as well have a corncob up his arse. Pompous, trite, high-sounding, cautiously guarded.
    Alan Clark

Related words: corncob sculpture, corn cob pipes, corn cob holders, corncob holders, corn cob pipe

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