ˈhämənē, -ni noun
( -es )
Etymology: probably from a word of Algonquian origin whose 1st constituent is unknown and whose 2d constituent is akin to Natick -minne small fruit, grain (used in all names given to prepared corn)
: kernels of hulled corn (as white flint corn) with the germ removed and either whole or ground — see hominy grits ; compare grit I 2a