Definition of kettle corn
US
: popped corn flavored with sugar, oil, and salt : sweetened popcorn If you've ever had chocolate-covered pretzels or kettle corn, you know firsthand that salty and sweet can be a magical pairing. — Allie Albanese and Melissa Diaz, Parade, 10 Dec. 2013
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First Known Use of kettle corn
1990
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