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The correct spelling is kernel.
How to pronounce kernel
/ˈkɜːnəl/
nounIPA: /ˈkɜːnəl/
Say it like: Ker-nel
The correct spelling is kernel. The core, center, or essence of an object or system. For example: "the kernel of an argument"
Usage Examples
“the kernel of an argument”
“The Linux kernel is open-source.”
“The Dirichlet kernel convolved with a function yields its Fourier series approximation.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The core, center, or essence of an object or system.
- 2.The central (usually edible) part of a nut, especially once the hard shell has been removed.
- 3.A single seed or grain, especially of corn or wheat.
- 4.The stone of certain fruits, such as peaches or plums.
- 5.A small mass around which other matter is concreted; a nucleus; a concretion or hard lump in the flesh.
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