kernel
Translation
kernel, core, nucleus, pip
Examples
A popcorn kernel is a type of corn.
A popcorn kernel is a type of corn.
This is the kernel of the problem.
This is the kernel of the problem.
The operating system kernel manages the hardware.
The operating system kernel manages the hardware.
Grammar Patterns
a kernel of ((sth.)) the central or most important part of (sth.) This is the kernel of the argument.
Similar Words
Synonyms: core, seed, nucleus, gist
Etymology
From Old English 'cyrnel', a diminutive of 'corn'.
Memory Tips
Think of a corn kernel, the small, hard centre. This idea of a central part extends to the core of an issue.