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husking

/hʌskɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does husking mean?

verb

The act of removing the outer husk or covering from a grain, seed, or fruit, or the state of being so removed. The act of stripping or peeling something, especially a fruit or vegetable.

Example

"The farmer spent the day husking corn in the fields."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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