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Definition of Maize

1. Noun. Tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and Central and South America since pre-Columbian times.

Definition of Maize

1. n. A large species of American grass of the genus Zea (Z. Mays), widely cultivated as a forage and food plant; Indian corn. Also, its seed, growing on cobs, and used as food for men and animals.

Definition of Maize

1. Noun. corn; a type of grain of the species ''Zea mays'' ¹

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Definition of Maize

1. an American cereal grass [n -S]

Medical Definition of Maize

1. A large species of American grass of the genus Zea (Z. Mays), widely cultivated as a forage and food plant; Indian corn. Also, its seed, growing on cobs, and used as food for men animals. Maize eater, a South American bird of the genus Pseudoleistes, allied to the troupials. Maize yellow, a delicate pale yellow. Origin: Sp. Maiz. Fr. Mahiz or mahis, i the language of the Island of Hayti. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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