popcorn
Americannoun
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any of several varieties of corn whose kernels burst open and puff out when subjected to dry heat.
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popped corn.
noun
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a variety of maize having hard pointed kernels that puff up when heated
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the puffed edible kernels of this plant
Etymology
Origin of popcorn
Example Sentences
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Wong compared the problem to hearing popping sounds at a Chinese New Year's parade without knowing whether the noise came from popcorn nearby or fireworks farther away.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2026
Citing the fibermaxxing trend — which, simply put, calls for eating more fiber — the company in March announced the launch of Smartfood popcorn and Sun Chips that both contain fiber.
From MarketWatch • May 10, 2026
O’Reiley jokes via Facetime she is eating popcorn and watching the hit gay drama “Heated Rivalry.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
All that might come as a surprise to those looking for a simple popcorn movie, but McKenna’s screenplay shrewdly reminds audiences that these crises affect everyone, not just the people working in media.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
He reaches behind himself to grab a bag of popcorn, and scoffs when he finds the bag empty.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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