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husk
[huhsk]
noun
the dry external covering of certain fruits or seeds, especially of an ear of corn.
the enveloping or outer part of anything, especially when dry or worthless.
verb (used with object)
to remove the husk from.
husk
1/ ʌ /
noun
the external green or membranous covering of certain fruits and seeds
any worthless outer covering
verb
(tr) to remove the husk from
husk
2noun
bronchitis in cattle, sheep, and goats, usually caused by lungworm infestation
Other 51Թ Forms
- husker noun
- husklike adjective
- unhusked adjective
- ˈܲˌ adjective
- ˈܲ noun
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of husk1
Example Sentences
Sir Geoff's academic work saw him invent the barley abrasion process - which involves deliberately damaging the protective husk of grains to speed up the process of malting.
MK suggested they create perfumes from fermented chocolate husks, and before they left Bangkok, he gave them several bags of cacao husks.
He is a shriveled husk devoid of empathy.
In one scene, he does so in what looks like the husk of a fine dining restaurant.
Splurge on handrolled rose petal cones with coconut husk filters for an elevated experience.
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