🌽kernel

noun
/ˈkɜːrnəl/

Meaning

the central, most important part of something; the edible part of a nut or seed

Example Sentences

The kernel of the argument was about fairness.

Example Expressions

the kernel of truth

Synonyms

core, essence, seed, heart

Antonyms

surface, shell, exterior

Collocations

kernel of corn, kernel of truth, kernel module

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