Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ear-of-wheat
noun
/ɪr əv wiːt/
Definition
The flowering part of the wheat plant that contains the seeds.
Examples
- The farmer inspected the ear of wheat to determine its maturity.
- During the harvest, vast fields of ear-of-wheat swayed in the breeze.
- A healthy ear of wheat is essential for high grain yields.
Meaning
The ear of wheat is the structure from which kernels develop, and it is harvested for grain. It is a crucial part of the wheat plant, responsible for reproduction and the production of seeds.
Synonyms
- Spikelet
- Head
- Floret
