Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

flint corn

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.63 in modern English

Syllables: flint -corn
IPA

14

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Synonym of Indian corn (“variety of maize with different-coloured kernels”).

Uncountable

Etymology

In reference to its hard outer layer, like flint stone.

Usage

Uncountable

Synonyms

Indian corn flint maize yankee corn zea mays indurata

Questions

What does flint corn mean?: Synonym of Indian corn (“variety of maize with different-coloured kernels”).
Where does flint corn come from?: In reference to its hard outer layer, like flint stone.

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