cornhusker

See also: Cornhusker

English

Etymology

From corn +‎ husker.

Noun

cornhusker (plural cornhuskers)

1. A person or device that removes husks from corn.
2. (usually capitalized) A person who is a native or resident of the U.S. state of Nebraska.
3. (informal) A yokel.

   Synonyms: corncob, hayseed; see also Thesaurus:country bumpkin

Usage notes

In the United States, because cornhusker so often means a Nebraskan, another term is usually used when any old yokel (not otherwise specified) is meant.

Related terms

• cornfield
• cornflour
• cornhusk
• cornhusking
• cornmeal
• corn oil
• cornstalk

 

References

• “cornhusker”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.