cornstarch
noun
corn·starch
ˈkȯrn-ˌstärch 
: starch made from corn and used in foods as a thickening agent, in making corn syrup and sugars, and in the manufacture of adhesives and sizes for paper and textiles
Examples of cornstarch in a Sentence
I used some cornstarch to thicken the gravy.
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Don’t worry, there’s a relatively easy and quick fix that will help soak up the excess liquid: Make a slurry of flour or cornstarch in liquid (broth or water) to help thicken it up and then cook it for a bit longer.
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Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Combine cornstarch and apple cider (or water) to make a slurry, then add it to the skillet and whisk until combined.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
How to Remove Grease or Oil Stains from Leather
To remove oily or greasy stains on leather or suede material, use an absorbent powder like cornstarch or talcum powder to pull the oily splotch out of the leather.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2024
Mix the balsamic vinegar, mustard, honey, oil and cornstarch together on a large plate.
—Tribune News Service, The Denver Post, 30 Oct. 2024
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Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Combine cornstarch and apple cider (or water) to make a slurry, then add it to the skillet and whisk until combined.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
How to Remove Grease or Oil Stains from Leather
To remove oily or greasy stains on leather or suede material, use an absorbent powder like cornstarch or talcum powder to pull the oily splotch out of the leather.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2024
Mix the balsamic vinegar, mustard, honey, oil and cornstarch together on a large plate.
—Tribune News Service, The Denver Post, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Cornstarch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cornstarch. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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cornstarch
noun
corn·starch
-ˌstärch
: a fine starch made from corn and used in foods for thickening, in making corn syrup and sugars, and in making adhesives and sizes for papers and textiles
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