indian corn

noun
UK: /ˈɪndiən kɔːrn/
US: /ˈɪndiən kɔːrn/

  1. A type of corn with colorful kernels, often used for decoration.

    1. We decorated our door with Indian corn. [ ] [ ]
    2. The vibrant colors of the Indian corn made our autumn display so beautiful. [ ] [ ]

  2. A variety of maize native to the Americas, characterized by its multicolored kernels and ornamental use.

    1. She bought some Indian corn to make a fall arrangement. [ ] [ ]
    2. The farmer grew Indian corn alongside traditional maize varieties, primarily for ornamental purposes. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

maize flint corn

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "indian corn" in English means: A type of corn with colorful kernels, often used for decoration., A variety of maize native to the Americas, characterized by its multicolored kernels and ornamental use..

The phonetic transcription of "indian corn" is /ˈɪndiən kɔːrn/ in British English and /ˈɪndiən kɔːrn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "indian corn": maize, flint corn.

Example usage of "indian corn": "We decorated our door with Indian corn.". More examples on the page.