"Cornmaxxing" refers to the act of embracing or fully embodying a stereotypical or exaggerated version of Midwestern American culture or lifestyle. This term playfully combines "corn," a staple crop of the Midwest, with "maxxing," derived from "maximizing," suggesting an enthusiastic pursuit or celebration of all things associated with the region. Cornmaxxing often involves indulging in activities like attending county fairs, eating corn on the cob at every opportunity, wearing flannel shirts and denim overalls unironically, and regularly quoting lines from the movie "Fargo." This term is used humorously to describe someone fully immersed in the charm and quirks of Midwestern life.
by MerFrukie April 18, 2024