popcorn

Popcorn is a type of food that's made from corn kernels when they explode under heat. It's a popular snack at movies and parties.

When we talk about popcorn, we often use it as a noun to describe the snack itself, but sometimes we also use it as a verb - like "I'm going to pop some popcorn for the game tonight." As a verb, 'pop' means to make something explode or burst into shape. So in this case, when you're making popcorn, you're letting those corn kernels pop and turn into fluffy bits.