popcorn
adjective
1
: being or consisting of bite-size pieces of food that are typically breaded or battered and fried
popcorn chicken/shrimp
… I am easily swayed by the popcorn cauliflower ($9). Lightly battered and fried crisp, the cauliflower is perfectly tender and not at all heavy.—
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: having widespread appeal but usually offering little artistic merit or intellectual stimulation
popcorn movies
popcorn entertainment
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Who knew the secrets to an angelic glow were popcorn and clay face masks?
—Olivia Evans, Women's Health, 31 Jan. 2023
From the robust showing of popcorn movies to the recognition of some of the most respected stars of the past four decades to the embrace of new faces, this year’s nominations offer something for everyone.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 26 Jan. 2023
The brand also boasts multiple additional sizes in its collection for those who want even more popcorn.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2023
Concessions, such as popcorn, hot dogs and sweets, will not be sold, though.
—Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Sep. 2022
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Olivia Evans, Women's Health, 31 Jan. 2023
From the robust showing of popcorn movies to the recognition of some of the most respected stars of the past four decades to the embrace of new faces, this year’s nominations offer something for everyone.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 26 Jan. 2023
The brand also boasts multiple additional sizes in its collection for those who want even more popcorn.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2023
Concessions, such as popcorn, hot dogs and sweets, will not be sold, though.
—Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Sep. 2022
See All Example Sentences for popcorn
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“Popcorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/popcorn. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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