karn

/kɜrn/

Definitions

1. noun

the central or most important part of something

“The kern of the apple was the sweetest part.”

2. verb

to remove the core or central part of something

“She kernd the apple to make a pie.”

3. verb

to cut or incise with a sharp tool

“He kernd the wood to make a decorative design.”

Synonyms

  • core
  • heart

Antonyms

  • edge
  • periphery