as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
corn husks a high stone wall is the husk that protects the actor from prying curiosity seekers
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Recent Examples of husk
Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025
The rice husk, which is mixed with diatomaceous earth — a porous material consisting of fossilised diatoms — provides thermal insulation, repels pests and resists humidity.
—Faye Bradley, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
Sunset Magazine, 1 July 2022
Some sold for several hundred dollars, husks good only for spare parts.
—Aaron Calvin, USA TODAY, 16 Sep. 2019
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Noun
Adding psyllium husk or chia seeds to meals like a smoothie or oatmeal bowl can boost you towards your daily fiber goal.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025
The rice husk, which is mixed with diatomaceous earth — a porous material consisting of fossilised diatoms — provides thermal insulation, repels pests and resists humidity.
—Faye Bradley, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
For less fuss, feel free to fully husk the corn and wrap it in foil.
—Sunset Magazine, 1 July 2022
Some sold for several hundred dollars, husks good only for spare parts.
—Aaron Calvin, USA TODAY, 16 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for husk
Noun
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Kohberger bought a Ka-Bar brand knife and Ka-Bar leather knife sheath on Amazon in March 2022, according to prosecutors.—
Darin Oswald,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Sep. 2025
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His models could have been downloaded from Zelda, with cargo pants that held axes and sword sheaths remade in fabric.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Prosecutors said detectives found the Sub Compact 9mm handgun inside the satchel, which matches the caliber and bullet casing found at the scene of the shooting, adding that an empty magazine was found inside the handgun.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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The animals mostly settled on the metal casings rather than the explosive material, likely reducing their exposure to harmful chemicals.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And after learning the hard way that the window down creates a barking fit, Kristina kept the child lock on to stop the window from rolling down.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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While McIlroy missed the eventual attempt, Lowry did not, ramming in a winner and turning to the crowd, pounding his chest and barking back.—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The shell appeared brighter in the northeast and southwest, with a fainter arc connecting the two regions to the northwest, outlining the outer edge.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
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Its durable hard shell protects your belongings from rough handling, and the smooth wheels make airport navigation a breeze.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The vessel’s profile shows clean lines, copious glass across four decks, pools, and a silver hull.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
29 Sep. 2025
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To aid in carrying these out, the MASC has two thin hulls for seakeeping and speed.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Kat Abughazaleh, a former journalist also running for Congress, was pushed to the ground by a federal law enforcement agent in a camouflage uniform wearing a full face covering, sunglasses and a helmet during the same protest, video by CNN affiliate WBBM showed.—
Whitney Wild,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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Simply remove the quick-drying fleece wrap covering and throw it in the washing machine when necessary.—
Lola Mendez,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Husk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/husk. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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