Maizena vs. Cornstarch

Maizenanoun

(dated) Cornflour, cornstarch.

Maizenanoun

A trademark for: maize flour as used in cooking; any similar flour used as a thickening agent.

Cornstarchnoun

A very fine starch powder derived from corn (maize) used in cooking as a thickener, to keep things from sticking, or as an anti-caking agent.

Cornstarchnoun

Starch made from Indian corn, esp. a fine white flour used for puddings, etc.

Cornstarchnoun

starch prepared from the grains of corn; used in cooking as a thickener

Cornstarchnoun

finely ground maize flour, used as a thickener in cooking; cornflour.