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    Maiz (en. Corn)

    /maˈiz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Annual plant whose seeds are used as food.
    Corn is one of the most important crops in America.
    El maíz es uno de los cultivos más importantes en América.
    Grain produced by the corn plant.
    Corn is used to make tortillas and other foods.
    El maíz se utiliza para hacer tortillas y otros alimentos.
    Yellow color similar to that of corn grain.
    The dress has a very nice corn color.
    El vestido tiene un tono de maíz muy bonito.

    Etymology

    From Taíno 'mahiz', meaning 'maize' or 'weed'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    corn on the cob with mayonnaise
    A dish made with corn cobs spread with mayonnaise.
    elote con mayonesa
    sweet corn
    A variety of corn that is consumed fresh and has a very sweet taste.
    maíz dulce
    corn flour
    A product obtained by grinding corn grain, used in cooking.
    harina de maíz

    Related Words

    tortilla
    Flat food made from corn dough.
    tortilla
    popcorn
    Corn that is heated until it pops, forming a popular snack.
    pochoclo
    grain
    Basic unit obtained from corn.
    grano

    Slang Meanings

    Money
    I need more corn to be able to buy that car.
    Necesito más maíz para poder comprar ese coche.
    Success or achievement
    That project is going to bring you corn, my friend.
    Ese proyecto te va a traer maíz, amigo.