Definition of cornstarch
: 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
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Examples of cornstarch in a Sentence
I used some cornstarch to thicken the gravy.
Recent Examples of cornstarch from the Web
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Fruit snacks The word fruit may be in the name, but the ingredients of one popular brand of fruit snacks include fruit puree combined with corn syrup, sugar, cornstarch, artificial flavors, and artificial colors.
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But hoisin is thickened with cornstarch, while sweet soy sauce is naturally thick from reducing soy sauce and sugar together.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, Dijon, cornstarch, pepper and salt.
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Mix cornstarch with a small amount of water in a separate bowl; gradually add to beef and noodle mixture until the right consistency is achieved.
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Cut into cubes, transfer to bowl and toss with cornstarch.
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Last month, Vanessa Trump and her mother were briefly hospitalized after opening an envelope containing a white powder that was later identified as cornstarch.
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On a work surface lightly dusted with cornstarch, roll white gum paste 1/8 inches thick and cut out bunny ears.
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Instructions: Whisk ½ cup of the white wine with the cornstarch.
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First Known Use of cornstarch
1853
CORNSTARCH Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of cornstarch for English Language Learners
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: a fine powder made from corn (sense 1) that is used in cooking especially to make liquids thicker
CORNSTARCH Defined for Kids
Definition of cornstarch for Students
: a fine powder made from corn and used to thicken foods when cooking
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