corn cleaner - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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corn cleaner (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈkɔrn ˈklinər/

Meaning and Usage

The term "corn cleaner" refers to a device or tool used for cleaning corn, typically to remove husks, silks, dirt, or other debris from the ears of corn. This term is most commonly used in agricultural or food processing contexts. Its frequency of use is relatively low in everyday conversation but may appear more in specific contexts related to farming and food preparation. It is more likely to be found in written materials (like manuals or articles) rather than in casual oral speech.

Example Sentences

  1. The farmer used a corn cleaner to prep the harvest for sale.

    Фермер использовал очиститель кукурузы, чтобы подготовить урожай к продаже.

  2. After using the corn cleaner, the kernels looked fresh and ready for cooking.

    После использования очистителя кукурузы, зерна выглядели свежими и готовы к готовке.

  3. A good corn cleaner can save time during the processing of large quantities of corn.

    Хороший очиститель кукурузы может сэкономить время при переработке больших объемов кукурузы.

Idiomatic Expressions

The term "corn cleaner" does not have widely recognized idiomatic expressions associated with it. However, it can be associated with agricultural or culinary idioms where corn is involved.

  1. "To keep the corn clean" means to maintain standards in food preparation.

    "Держать кукурузу чистой" означает поддерживать стандарты в приготовлении пищи.

  2. "Corn in the crib" refers to keeping a good stock of food available.

    "Кукуруза в сарае" относится к наличию хорошего запаса еды.

  3. "Knee high by the Fourth of July" relates to expectations of growth for corn as a marker of proper farming.

    "Выше колена к Четвертому июля" относится к ожиданиям роста кукурузы как показателю правильного земледелия.

Etymology

The word "corn" derives from the Old English "corn," which originally referred to any grain. The word "cleaner" comes from the verb "clean," which has roots in the Old English "clæne," meaning pure or free from dirt.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Corn husker - Corn peeler - Corn processor

Antonyms: - Corn contaminator (less common but used in contrast)



25-07-2024