kernel — the inner, usually edible part of a seed, grain, or nut
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the inner, usually edible part of a seed, grain, or nut
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɜːrnl/
Korean meaning: (씨앗, 곡물, 견과류의) 알맹이, 낱알
Korean pronunciation: **커**널
Example Sentences
- My grandmother always saved popcorn kernels that didn't pop - she called them 'old maids'.
- The kernel of his argument was surprisingly simple despite the complex presentation.
- IT support said the kernel crashed because I downloaded too many cat videos.
kernel
NOUN//ˈkɜːrnl//
the inner, usually edible part of a seed, grain, or nut
A person extracts walnut kernels and corn kernels from their shells
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The colonel's journal holds only the kernel of truth.
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Origin
From Old English 'cyrnel' and Old Norse 'kjarni', both diminutive forms derived from Germanic roots meaning 'grain' or 'seed'. The word entered English through Germanic languages during the medieval period.
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“My grandmother always saved popcorn kernels that didn't pop - she called them 'old maids'.”
“The kernel of his argument was surprisingly simple despite the complex presentation.”
“IT support said the kernel crashed because I downloaded too many cat videos.”
“Each almond kernel contains healthy fats and protein.”
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