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

Make cornstarch slurry: Stir together cornstarch and water in a small bowl; stir cornstarch mixture into broth. —Craig Ruff, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2025

Blend Sauce While pasta is cooking, in a blender or food processor, combine milk, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, cornstarch and garlic. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2025

Sprinkle cornstarch on top and gently toss until the cheese is evenly coated. —Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 5 Feb. 2025

Combine oyster sauce and cornstarch into a bowl and add chicken, tossing to coat. —Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cornstarch

• arch
• march
• starch

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