cornhusking

noun

corn·​husk·​ing ˈkȯrn-ˌhə-skiŋ How to pronounce cornhusking (audio)
: a social gathering especially of farm families to husk corn

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There will also be a face-painting corral and old-fashioned cornhusking. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, Pomerado News, 10 July 2019 There will also be a blacksmith sharing his craft, games for all ages and old-fashioned cornhusking. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, Pomerado News, 27 June 2019

Word History

First Known Use

1692, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cornhusking was in 1692

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“Cornhusking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cornhusking. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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