husking bee

noun

1. a gathering of farm families or friends to husk corn, usually as part of a celebration or party.

Word History and Origins

Origin of husking bee¹

First recorded in 1800–10

Example Sentences

Therefore, I will begin with the story of the husking bee at Grandfather Dimock's home, when mother was a girl.

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The husks were afterwards removed in the barn at a big husking bee or picnic, in which the neighbors took part.

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The husking-bee and the quilting-bee afforded sources of much enjoyment.

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The postscript to this letter, too, is flavored with the rude gallantry of the husking-bee.

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The corn was gathered into the barn across the road, and a husking-bee gave occasion for mild merrymaking.

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