Grain

usgb/ɡreɪn/
noun

A small, hard piece of wheat, rice, or other cereal crops.

Rice is a grain that is commonly consumed in Asia.
Visual representation of "grain" - A small, hard piece of wheat, rice, or other cereal crops

Often appears as...

  • grain of rice
  • grain farm
Definition 1 of 6
Visual representation of "grain"
LampPro Tip 1/2

Food Context

Used to talk about types of food that come from cereal crops.

Illustration for Food Context
I'm trying to eat more grains like barley and quinoa.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Quantifiable

Describes the smallest amount of cereal crops that's still countable.

Illustration for Quantifiable
Can you please add a few grains of wheat to the soup?
Visual representation of the word "Grain"

Never forget "Grain"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google PlayGet it from MicrosoftGet it on AppGallery
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension
Back to top