Synonyms of husk

Noun


1. chaff, husk, shuck, stalk, straw, stubble, plant material, plant substance

usage: material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds

2. husk, sheath, case

usage: outer membranous covering of some fruits or seeds

Verb


1. husk, shell, remove, take, take away, withdraw

usage: remove the husks from; "husk corn"

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