cornhusk

[ kawrn-huhsk ]

noun

1. the husk of an ear of corn.

cornhusk

/ ˈkɔːnˌhʌsk /

noun

1. the outer protective covering of an ear of maize; the chaff

Word History and Origins

Origin of cornhusk¹

An Americanism dating back to 1705–15; corn ¹ + husk

Example Sentences

They took it in a new direction in the early 1970s when they started selling crafts, cornhusk dolls and dried florals.

From Washington Times

They include Plains beadwork, Navajo weavings and rugs, Nez Perce cornhusk bags and one Taos School painting, as well as pottery, watercolors and baskets by artists from 13 tribes and nations.

From Washington Times

"Hello, Esther," Joan said then, and her cornhusk voice made me want to puke.

From Literature

They were sandals woven out of cornhusks, and rustled when he moved.

From Literature

But her knack for making stick and cornhusk dolls eventually expanded into an affinity for quilts.

From New York Times