Rice

Staple food crop cultivated for its grain.

paddy rice jasmine rice

Rice is a staple food crop cultivated primarily for its grain. It belongs to the grass family and is a major source of carbohydrates for billions of people worldwide, particularly in Asia. Various types exist, categorized by grain length (long, medium, short) and processing methods (brown, white, parboiled).

Etymology

Rice is derived from Proto-Indo-European root *reis-, meaning 'grain, husk'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Rice is a grain that's a super important food for billions of people, especially in Asia. It grows in flooded fields called paddies and is cooked to eat.

Fun Facts

Rice is the third most produced cereal in the world
Some rice varieties can glow in the dark
Rice has been a part of human diets for over 10,000 years

FAQ

What is rice? A grain widely consumed as a staple food
Where does rice grow? Primarily in Asia, particularly in paddies
Is rice a whole grain? Yes, brown rice is considered a whole grain

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

grass cereal

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

brown rice white rice wild rice basmati rice jasmine rice

Meronyms — Parts or Components

bran endosperm germ

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

diet cuisine agriculture

Indexes

agricultural product mineral staple food

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