cornstarch

noun

corn·​starch ˈkȯrn-ˌstärch 

: starch made from corn and used in foods as a thickening agent, in making corn syrup and sugars, and in the manufacture of adhesives and sizes for paper and textiles

Examples of cornstarch in a Sentence

I used some cornstarch to thicken the gravy.

Recent Examples on the Web

Don’t worry, there’s a relatively easy and quick fix that will help soak up the excess liquid: Make a slurry of flour or cornstarch in liquid (broth or water) to help thicken it up and then cook it for a bit longer. —Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024

Combine cornstarch and apple cider (or water) to make a slurry, then add it to the skillet and whisk until combined. —Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024

How to Remove Grease or Oil Stains from Leather To remove oily or greasy stains on leather or suede material, use an absorbent powder like cornstarch or talcum powder to pull the oily splotch out of the leather. —Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2024

Mix the balsamic vinegar, mustard, honey, oil and cornstarch together on a large plate. —Tribune News Service, The Denver Post, 30 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

cornstarch

noun

corn·​starch -ˌstärch 

: a fine starch made from corn and used in foods for thickening, in making corn syrup and sugars, and in making adhesives and sizes for papers and textiles