Popcorn
Meaning
Maize of a variety with hard kernels that swell up and burst open when heated.
Pronunciation
UK ˈpɒpkɔːn
US ˈpɑːpkɔːrn
Example Sentences
- Popcorn was domesticated 9,000 years ago in [Mexico].
- Why does popcorn always go with movie night?
- Popcorn is crunchy, salty, and easy to eat.
- The smell of popcorn fills the whole room.
- People started eating popcorn at movies long ago.
- Now popcorn feels like part of the fun.
- We make big bowls of warm popcorn.
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