What is another word for field corn?
Pronunciation: [fˈiːld kˈɔːn] (IPA) 
Field corn is a term used for corn that is grown for animal feed, fuel, and industrial purposes. Some synonyms for field corn include dent corn, flint corn, and maize. Dent corn got its name from the dent that forms on the kernels when they dry, and it is mostly used for animal feed and processed food production. Flint corn has hard kernels and is known for its use in making cornmeal and tortilla flour. Maize is used interchangeably with corn but is typically associated with food products like corn chips and popcorn. Other synonyms for field corn could include yellow corn, feed corn, and stover, which refers to the stalks and leaves left over after the ears have been harvested.
