HUSKING
Source: 566, 567
husking. Husking, n. the act of stripping maiz, often by a number in company
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Husk″ing (?), n. 1. 1. The act or process of stripping off husks, as from Indian corn.
2. 2. A meeting of neighbors or friends to assist in husking maize; — called also husking bee. “A red ear in the husking.” Longfellow.