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Unpopped Kernels of popcorn has been called "old maids" since at least 1886. One legend says they are called old maids because an old maid has never been "popped", so to speak.
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What are kernels of popcorn that haven't been poped called?
In the popcorn industry, unpopped kernels are known as "old-maids".
How do you get fewer old maids in your popcorn?
Old maids are stale popcorn. Without the water inside, they won't pop. Try storing your popcorn in an airtight container.
What is the term for popcorn kernels that dont pop?
Old Maids.
If you pop popcorn on the stove will it leave any un-popped kernels?
Yes. All popcorn will leave a few old maids.
Do all kernels pop in microwave popcorn bag?
No, there will always be a tew old maids when the corn is popped.
Why ordinary corn does not pop like popcorn?
Popcorn has a higher water content than dried corn of other strains.
Are there female butlers?
They're called maids
What do you call a female domestic worker?
They were called maids.
What types of Victorian maids are there?
There are Lady's maids, house-maids, nursary maids, nanny's, parlour maids, chamber maids, laundry maids, kitchen maids, cooks, butlers, house-keepers, between maids, scullery maids, still room maids and for smaller houses all-of-work-maids. Hope that helps! x
What is the collective noun for maids?
There is no collective noun for a group of maids, in which case a collective noun suitable to the situation is used; for example a staff of maids, a crew of maids, an army of maids, etc. A "helping" or a "tidy" have been proposed for common useage
What episode is Dawn and Ash is maids?
It's called "Tanks For The Memories" don't know the number of it??
When was MAIDS report created?
MAIDS report was created in 1999.
