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Wheat

Cereal grain and staple food.

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Wheat is a cereal grain that serves as one of the most important staple foods worldwide. It is primarily used to make flour for bread, pasta, pastries, and other food products due to its high gluten content.

Etymology

Wheat is derived from Old English 'wheatig'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Wheat is a cereal grain that many people around the world eat, often made into bread, pasta, or other baked goods.

Fun Facts

Wheat is one of the oldest cultivated crops in the world
Different varieties of wheat are grown for different purposes, such as bread-making or animal feed
Ancient Egyptians used wheat to make beer

FAQ

What is wheat? It's a cereal grain widely cultivated for its edible seeds
Where does wheat grow? Wheat is grown on every continent except Antarctica
Is wheat a staple food? Yes, it's a major source of carbohydrates for billions of people

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

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Hyponyms — Specific Examples

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Meronyms — Parts or Components

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Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

agriculture diet

Indexes

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