kernel ker·nel / 5kLnl ; 5k\:nl /nounC 1. the part of a nut or seed inside the shell or the part inside the stone of some fruits〔果实的〕仁; 核仁 2.usually singularone of the small yellow pieces on a corn COB玉米粒 3.usually singularthe most important part of a statement, idea, plan etc〔陈述、观点、计划等的〕核心,中心,要点;SYNcore [+ of ]
•This evidence is the kernel of the defendants' case.这项证据是被告一案的关键。
4.usually singulara very small part or amount of something〔某物的〕极小一部分,微量: [+ of ]
•There may be a kernel of truth in what he says.他说的话也可能有点真实的成分。