husker

Husker is a noun with several related meanings. In agriculture, a husker is a person or machine that removes the husk from grain or corn. Historically, huskers were laborers on farms, winnowing and husking to prepare kernels for storage and sale. The term can also refer to a person who husks corn by hand.

In American terminology, Husker (often with capitalization) refers to a resident or native of Nebraska, or, more commonly, to a supporter or member of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, the athletic teams of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The nickname Cornhuskers emerges from Nebraska's historic corn production and agricultural heritage; over time, the shortened form Huskers is used for teams, fans, and media references. The state itself is nicknamed the Cornhusker State, reflecting this heritage.

In contemporary usage, Huskers commonly denotes fans and teams associated with the University of Nebraska. The term can be seen in sports reporting, branding, and cultural references related to Nebraska.