Definition

1. Noun:
   • A protein substance derived from corn: "corn gluten" refers specifically to the gluten protein fraction that is obtained from corn (maize). It is a byproduct of corn processing, particularly from the wet milling of corn to produce corn starch or corn syrup.

Usage

• As a noun (typically uncountable): Used to refer to the protein material itself, often in agricultural, industrial, or nutritional contexts.
  • Corn gluten is commonly used as a natural pre-emergent herbicide in organic gardening.
  • This animal feed supplement contains corn gluten as a protein source.

Advanced Usage

• "Corn gluten meal": A common dried granular form of corn gluten, often used in specific applications.
  • The farmer applied corn gluten meal to the lawn to prevent weed seeds from germinating.

Variants and Related Words

• Corn gluten meal (n): The dried, processed form of corn gluten.
• Corn protein (n): A more general term that can include corn gluten and other protein fractions from corn.

Synonyms

• Maize gluten: An equivalent term, using "maize," the more common international name for corn.
  • Maize gluten serves a similar function in animal feed.

Notes on Meaning

• Distinction from Wheat Gluten: It is critical to distinguish "corn gluten" from "wheat gluten." They are different proteins with different properties and uses. Corn gluten is not typically used to make leavened bread like wheat gluten is.
  • Unlike wheat gluten, corn gluten does not provide the elasticity needed for bread dough.
• Primary Contexts: Its primary modern uses are in organic weed control and as a component in livestock and pet food.

Noun

1. gluten prepared from corn