corns

[kɔːnz]

corns Definition

a small, painful area of thickened skin on the foot, especially on the toes, caused by pressure or rubbing.

Using corns: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "corns" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Wearing tight shoes can cause corns on your toes.

  • Example

    She had to see a podiatrist to treat her corns.

  • Example

    He tried using over-the-counter remedies to get rid of his corns.

corns Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for corns

Phrases with corns

  • a type of corn that has a hard center and is usually found on the tops of the toes

    Example

    The hard corn on her toe was causing her a lot of pain.

  • a type of corn that has a soft center and is usually found between the toes

    Example

    The soft corn between her toes was causing her discomfort.

  • a type of corn that is very small and usually found on the bottom of the foot

    Example

    The seed corn on his foot was causing him pain when he walked.

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Summary: corns in Brief

Corns [kɔːnz] are small, painful areas of thickened skin on the feet, often caused by pressure or rubbing. They can be treated by seeing a podiatrist or using over-the-counter remedies. Types of corns include hard corns, soft corns, and seed corns.