- pronunciation:
- kuhr
n
l
- features:
- Homophone Note, Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the seed inside a nut or a fruit pit.
- synonyms:
- seed
- similar words:
- germ, meat, nut, nutmeat, stone
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definition 2: |
a grain of wheat or corn.
- similar words:
- germ
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definition 3: |
the most basic part of something; the heart of the matter; core.
We had to admit there was a kernel of truth in what she said.- synonyms:
- center, core, soul
- similar words:
- essence, germ, meat, substance
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related words: |
body, core, grain, heart, hub, nucleus, pit |
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