The term 'kernel' possesses several meanings across different contexts. Primarily, it refers to the core, essential, or most important part of something. In botany, it's the inner, usually edible, part of a seed or nut. In computing, it signifies the central module of an operating system responsible for managing system resources, acting as a bridge between software and hardware.
More abstractly, 'kernel' can describe the fundamental idea or principle underlying a larger concept or argument.
It represents the seed from which something larger grows. .
NUB OAT FOE NUT SUM
SEED GIST MEAT CORE PITH
HEART GRAIN
CENTER CENTRE MARROW NIBLET
NUCLEUS ESSENCE
SUBSTANCE
INWARDNESS
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HEARTANDSOUL