Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mielie
noun
/ˈmiːliː/
Definition
A term predominantly used in Southern Africa to refer to corn or maize, particularly in its less processed forms.
Examples
- She cooked mielie meal for dinner.
- In summer, we enjoy mielies grilled over the fire.
- The mielie harvest was abundant this year.
Meaning
Mielie is often used when discussing the staple food made from corn, which is central to diets in many cultures in Southern Africa.
Synonyms
- Maize
- Corn
- Sweet corn
