pop.corn

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K.K.[6p$p7k%rn]

n. (noun)<

A variety of corn, Zea mays everta, having hard kernels that burst to form white, irregularly shaped puffs when heated.

Popcorn: a type of popped corn, having a

The edible, popped kernels of this variety of corn.

Popcorn: the edible food made by popping the seeds of the above corn

A small piece, as of polystyrene, used in quantity to protect items during packaging and shipment.

Small piece for protecting items: a small piece used in large quantities to protect items during packaging and shipment, such as polystyrene