Indian corn

noun

: corn that has seeds (called kernels) of several different colors on each ear and that is used for decoration

Full Definition of INDIAN CORN

: a tall widely cultivated American cereal grass (Zea mays) bearing seeds on elongated ears

: the ears of Indian corn; also : its edible seeds

: corn having hard kernels of various colors (as reddish brown, dark purple, and yellow) that is typically used for ornamental purposes

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noun

: ¹corn

: corn that is of a variety having seeds of various colors (as reddish brown, dark purple, and yellow) and is typically used for ornamental purposes

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