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Definition of cornfield

cornfield

/ˈkɔːrnˌfiːld/
corn · field
Plural:cornfields
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cornfield Lexical Profile

cornfield Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American A field in which maize (Indian corn) is grown.

Example

"By late August, the stalks in the surrounding cornfield towered high above the country road."

2

British A field in which cereal grain, especially wheat, oats, or barley, is cultivated.

Example

"The artist set up his easel at the edge of the golden cornfield to paint the late summer harvest."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In North American English, 'cornfield' refers specifically to a field of maize, whereas in British English it traditionally refers to a field of any cereal crop, such as wheat, barley, or oats.

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cornfield. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cornfield
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