corn maze

noun

plural corn mazes
: a maze created in a corn field by cutting paths through the growing cornstalks
Looking for a fun fall activity that isn't apple or pumpkin picking? … With twisted pathways and intricate designs, a corn maze offers the perfect challenge for the whole family.Catherine Messier

Word History

First Known Use

1988, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of corn maze was in 1988

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“Corn maze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corn%20maze. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.

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