Kernel Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Kernel

Meaning 1 : the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

    Synonyms : center,  centre,  core,  essence,  gist,  heart,  heart and soul,  inwardness,  marrow,  meat,  nitty-gritty,  nub,  pith,  substance,  sum
Meaning 2 : the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone

    Example : black walnut kernels are difficult to get out of the shell

    Synonyms : meat
Meaning 3 : a single whole grain of a cereal

    Example : a kernel of corn