| Main Entry: | kernel |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | seed, essence |
Synonyms: |
atom, bit, center, core, crux, fruit, germ, gist, grain, heart, hub, keynote, marrow, matter, meat, morsel, nub, nubbin, nut, part, piece, pith, root, substance, upshot |
| Notes: | a kernel is the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain, while a colonel is a commissioned military rank |
| Main Entry: | nub |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | core, gist |
Synonyms: |
basic, bottom line, crux, essence, heart*, kernel, meat and potatoes, meat*, nitty-gritty, nubbin, nucleus, pith, point, short, substance, upshot |
Antonyms: |
exterior, outside |