: starch made from corn and used in foods as a thickening agent, in making corn syrup and sugars, and in the manufacture of adhesives and sizes for paper and textiles
Example Sentences
I used some cornstarch to thicken the gravy.
Recent Examples on the WebWhisk together the extra port and cornstarch in a small container to make a smooth slurry. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and lemon juice. People Staff, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2022 His apple cider brûlée featured apple cider and cornstarch instead of cream. Olesia Plokhii, BostonGlobe.com, 27 Aug. 2022 His apple cider brûlée featured apple cider and cornstarch instead of cream. Olesia Plokhii, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2022 Stir together sliced fruit, granulated sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, lemon juice, salt and cornstarch or flour. Tribune News Service, cleveland, 23 Aug. 2022 Directions: Combine sugar, cornstarch and water in pan over medium heat.The Courier-Journal, 17 Aug. 2022 Mix together 1/4 Tsp of turmeric, 2 Tsp of cornstarch, 1 Tsp of honey and six drops of The Ayurveda Experience Kesardi Oil. Catharine Malzahn, Good Housekeeping, 4 May 2022 Two simple pastry chef secrets: cornstarch and unflavored gelatin. Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2022 See More