popcorn
/ˈpɒp.kɔː(ɹ)n/
A2 · Elementary★★★★☆
Simple Meaning
a food made from corn kernels that burst open when heated, often eaten at the movies.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📱Social Media
Elementary — simple everyday language
Examples in Conversation
“Let's get a large popcorn and a soda for the movie.”
“I burned the popcorn in the microwave again — sorry!”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A snack food made from corn/maize kernels popped by dry heating.
Related Words
Synonyms:
snackcornmunchies
Word Family:
popcorn machinepopcorn makerpopcorn bucket