cornstarch

noun

cornstarch

noun

Etymology From corn + starch.

1

Usually A very fine starch powder derived from corn (maize) used in cooking as a thickener, to keep things from sticking, or as an anti-caking agent.

Derived terms
cornstarch crusader
Related terms
baby powder

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