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The Clue
Part of an ear of corn (4 letter answer)
The Answer
HUSK
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Notes
The answer HUSK is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 900 puzzles.
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Definition
HUSK as a noun:
1. (chaff, husk, shuck, stalk, straw, stubble) = material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds
2. outer membranous covering of some fruits or seeds
HUSK as a verb:
1. (husk, shell) = remove the husks from; "husk corn"