noun
cornstalk
Cornstalk (noun) means the strong, fibrous stem of a maize plant, often crushed for animal feed once the crop is picked.
noun
1
The strong, fibrous stem of a maize plant, often crushed for animal feed once the crop is picked.
2
A maize plant that has grown past its earliest stage and can bear several cobs once fully grown.
3
(dated) A person of non-Aboriginal descent who was born in Australia.
4
(dated) A non-Aboriginal person born in the state of New South Wales.
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Etymology
Formed from corn and stalk.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of cornstalk?
"cornstalk" (noun) means the strong, fibrous stem of a maize plant, often crushed for animal feed once the crop is picked.
What are the different meanings of cornstalk?
"cornstalk" has 3 main meanings: 1. The strong, fibrous stem of a maize plant, often crushed for animal feed once the crop is picked; 2. A maize plant that has grown past its earliest stage and can bear several cobs once fully grown; 3. (dated) A person of non-Aboriginal descent who was born in Australia.
