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KERNEL

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Kernel.

How to pronounce kernel:

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Kernel - as a noun

The inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone

Example: "Black walnut kernels are difficult to get out of the shell"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
meat6

A single whole grain of a cereal

Example: "A kernel of corn"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
caryopsis16grain6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

Example: "The gist of the prosecutor's argument"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
center8centre8core6essence9gist5heart8heart and soulinwardness14marrow11meat6nitty-grittynub5pith9substance13sum5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cognitive contentcontent9mental object
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She ate a kernel of corn."
"The popcorn kernel popped in the microwave."
"The kernel of a walnut is very small."
"The kernel of an idea formed in her mind."
"He planted the corn kernels in the soil."
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Word Game Points

Is KERNEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, kernel is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KERNEL has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is KERNEL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, kernel is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KERNEL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is KERNEL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, kernel is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KERNEL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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