Grain
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British pronunciation/ɡɹˈe‍ɪn/
American pronunciation/ˈɡɹeɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "grain"

Grain
01

the small seeds of wheat, corn, rice, and other such crops

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grain definition and meaning
1.1

a small particle or granule

grain definition and meaning
02

small, hard seeds that are harvested from cereal plants and used as a food source

grain definition and meaning

What are "grains"?

Grain refers to small, hard seeds harvested from cereal plants, such as wheat, rice, corn, oats, or barley, that serve as a vital food source for humans and animals. These seeds are rich in carbohydrates, providing energy, and often contain essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Grains are used to make a wide variety of foods, including bread, pasta, cereal, and animal feed, making them a staple in diets worldwide.

03

the direction, texture, or pattern of fibers found in wood or leather or stone or in a woven fabric

04

the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance)

05

the smallest possible unit of anything

06

a cereal grass

07

1/7000 pound; equals a troy grain or 64.799 milligrams

08

1/60 dram; equals an avoirdupois grain or 64.799 milligrams

09

a weight unit used for pearls or diamonds: 50 mg or 1/4 carat

10

the side of leather from which the hair has been removed

to grain
01

form into grains

02

become granular

03

thoroughly work in

04

paint (a surface) to make it look like stone or wood

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Example
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The provident farmer stored extra grain in case of poor harvests in the future.
The wind carried grains of sand across the desert.
The machine grinds up the grain into flour.
The sandstone's matrix held the grains together.
The farmer laid some grain by for the winter.
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