Meaning & Definition of word "Maize"

Maize

/meɪz/

1. A cereal plant (Zea mays) that yields large grains, or kernels, set in rows on a cob; commonly known as corn in the United States.
- Example: Farmers across the Midwest primarily grow maize for both human consumption and livestock feed.
2. The grain or kernels of the maize plant, used as food, animal feed, or for industrial products.
- Example: The factory processes maize into various products, including corn syrup and cornmeal.
3. A plant of the grass family, cultivated for its grain, which is typically yellow.
- Example: Maize is the staple food for many populations in developing countries.

●From the Spanish 'maíz', derived from the Taíno word 'mahiz'.

maize flour:

Flour made from ground maize, used for baking and cooking.

maize fields:

Large areas where maize is cultivated.

corn:

A common name for maize in North America and Canada.

grits:

A dish made from ground maize, popular in Southern U.S. cuisine.

polenta:

An Italian dish made from boiled maize flour.

Meaning: To pop maize or corn.

● Example Sentence: We're going to maize tonight and watch a movie.

Meaning: To grind maize into flour.

● Example Sentence: They maize the batch for the fresh tortillas.