English dictionary
shuck
/S//@/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A shock of grain.
Source: webster1913
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A shell, husk, or pod; especially, the outer covering of such nuts as the hickory nut, butternut, peanut, and chestnut.
Source: webster1913
verb
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remove from the shell
ExamplesShuck oysters.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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remove the shucks from
ExamplesShuck corn.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To deprive of the shucks or husks; as, to <i>shuck</i> walnuts, Indian corn, oysters, etc.
Source: webster1913
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To remove or take off (shucks); hence, to discard; to lay aside; -- usually with <i>off</i>.
Source: webster1913