husk meaning and definition

HUSK noun

Definition of husk (noun)

1. material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds
   • synonyms: chaff, shuck, stalk, straw, stubble
2. outer membranous covering of some fruits or seeds

HUSK verb

Definition of husk (verb)

1. remove the husks from
   • "husk corn"
   • synonyms: shell