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detassel

detassel

1 9.6
The act of removing the tops of corn plants to control which plants pollinate
  • noun
  • /dɪˈtæsəl/
  • Specialized
: desmochado
  • The detassel of corn is an important step in producing hybrid seeds.

Examples

  • Proper detassel helps control which plants pollinate the corn in the field.

  • Farm workers begin the detassel each summer to ensure the purity of the crop.

  • The detasseling process is crucial for hybrid corn.

  • Does detasseling improve crop yield?

  • The detassel of corn helps create hybrid varieties by controlling pollination.

  • During the summer months, the detassel is performed to produce high-quality seeds.

  • Effective detassel ensures that only the desired plants contribute to the next generation of crops.

Surface Forms

detassel singular
detassels plural

Morphology

detassel = detassel (transparent) = de + tassel

This noun is a straightforward conversion from the verb 'detassel' meaning the act or process of doing it.

Etymology

Detassel is formed from de- 'remove' and tassel 'the top part of a corn plant that looks like a small bunch of threads', so detassel means the act or process of removing those tassels to control pollination.