Indian corn


Indian corn

noun

Definition of INDIAN CORN

1
: a tall widely cultivated American cereal grass (Zea mays) bearing seeds on elongated ears
2
: the ears of Indian corn; also : its edible seeds
3
: corn having hard kernels of various colors (as reddish brown, dark purple, and yellow) that is typically used for ornamental purposes

First Known Use of INDIAN CORN

1617

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