Definition of kernel

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  • kernel is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • kernel is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • kernel is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of kernel

  • the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. center
    2. centre
    3. core
    4. essence
    5. gist
    6. heart
    7. heart and soul
    8. inwardness
    9. marrow
    10. meat
    11. nitty-gritty
    12. nub
    13. pith
    14. substance
    15. sum
  • the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone (noun)

    Examples

    1. black walnut kernels are difficult to get out of the shell

    Synonyms

    1. meat
  • a single whole grain of a cereal (noun)

    Examples

    1. a kernel of corn

See definition of kernel in Merriam Webster