Flint Maize (Noun)
Meaning
Corn having kernels with a hard outer layer enclosing the soft endosperm.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Farmers commonly cultivated flint maize to create decorative arrangements or use in bird feeders due to its easily identified kernels.
- Tourists at the local market admired the multitude of colored ears of flint maize on display by the farmers.
- Ancient Mesoamericans ground flint maize into a fine flour to make tamales and other traditional dishes.
- The scientist specialized in plant genetics and conducted extensive research on flint maize varieties for genetic traits.
- Visitors at the historical site learned that early settlers relied on flint maize for food and ceremonial purposes.