maize
//meɪz//
Noun
maizeSingular
maizePlural
1
A tall cereal plant native to the Americas, bearing kernels on large ears; also known as corn, especially in North American English.
Farmers in this region grow maize as their main crop.
2
The edible yellow kernels of this plant, used as food for humans and livestock.
We added maize to the soup for extra flavor.