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Meaning
The word "cob" primarily refers to two meanings:
1. It can denote a rounded mass or a thick, sturdy type of bread made from cornmeal.
2. In a more colloquial sense, it is often used to describe the central core of an ear of corn—the part that contains the kernels.
Synonyms
- For the bread context: roll, bun, loaf
- For the corn context: ear (of corn), husk, stalk
Antonyms
- For the bread context: None specific, as it is a type of food.
- For the corn context: None specific, as it refers to a part of the plant itself.
Etymology
The word "cob" has Old English origins, derived from the word "cobba," meaning "a lump" or "rounded mass." Its use in relation to corn can be traced back to the Elizabethan era, where it was commonly used to describe the ear of corn.
Examples
- She used a fresh cob of corn to prepare a delicious summer salad.
- The baker offered a warm cob of bread freshly taken from the oven.
- We need to buy a few cobs for the barbecue tonight to make grilled corn on the cob.