husking
/ˈhʌskɪŋ/
Meanings
-
verb
The process of removing the husks or outer covering of grains, such as corn or rice, to reveal the edible kernels.
- "During the harvest season, farmers spend long hours husking corn to prepare it for sale."
- "My grandmother used to husk corn in the evenings while we watched TV."
- "After husking, the corn kernels are roasted and used to make popcorn."
-
verb
The act of removing the outer covering or protective layer of something.
- "The archaeologist carefully husked the ancient pottery to reveal its intricate designs."
- "After husking the onions, she sautéed them in olive oil."
- "The artist husked the canvas to prepare it for painting."
Synonyms
husking bee
Rhymes
Words rhyming with huskinghusk , dust , rust , bust , just , trust , must
Variants
List of all variants of husking that leads to same resulthusking , husking bee , huskings , husk , husked , husker , huskers , husks
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old English huscian, meaning 'to husk' or 'to husk grain'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The world record for husking a bushel of corn in the shortest time is held by Mitch Hedberg, who did it in 2 minutes and 25 seconds.
-
The word 'husk' can also refer to the outer covering of various fruits and vegetables, such as melons and gourds.
-
In some cultures, husked corn is used as a decorative element during festivals and celebrations.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Threshing: The process of separating grains from the stalks and husks through threshing or winnowing.
-
Mill: A machine used to grind grains, such as corn or wheat, into flour.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Husking is an essential agricultural process that has been practiced for thousands of years. In many cultures, husking is a communal activity, with families and friends gathering to husk crops together. This tradition is often passed down through generations, creating a sense of community and connection to the land.
How to Memorize "husking"
-
visualize
- Imagine a farmer standing in a cornfield, wearing a long-sleeved shirt and jeans, with a large basket in front of him. He is using a corn husker or husking stick to remove the husks from the ears of corn.
- Visualize the texture and color of the husks as you husk the corn.
- Imagine the smell of freshly husked corn and the sound of the husks crackling as you husk them. -
associate
- Associate the word 'husking' with the sound of corn being husked or the smell of fresh corn.
- Think of the communal aspect of husking and the sense of community it creates.
- Associate husking with the harvest season and the bounty of the land. -
mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Husk, like a fuss, to get to the corn's delicious fuss.'
- Create a mental image of a farmer husking corn and remember that 'Husk' starts with the same letter as 'Harvest' and 'Husbandry'.
- Create a mnemonic by associating husking with a favorite food or dish, such as corn on the cob.
Memorize "husking" using Dictozo
The best and recommended way to memorize husking is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:
-
Highlighting:
Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
-
Periodic Reminders:
Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.