cornmeal

noun

corn·​meal ˈkȯrn-ˌmēl How to pronounce cornmeal (audio)
: meal ground from corn

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Rolling out this week is an overhauled menu that is 20% smaller but has nine new items, including the beloved cornmeal fritters. Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024 Once the eggs are incorporated, whisk in the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024 Scatter the shortening over the top and process until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal, about 10 seconds. Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 31 Oct. 2024 Dredge the crabs in a cornmeal crust and fry until crispy in a cast-iron skillet. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cornmeal 

Word History

First Known Use

1749, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cornmeal was in 1749

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“Cornmeal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cornmeal. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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cornmeal

noun
corn·​meal ˈkȯ(ə)rn-ˈmē(ə)l How to pronounce cornmeal (audio)
-ˌmēl
: meal ground from corn

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