Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rice

Noun
/raɪs/
Definition
Rice is a starchy cereal grain that is a staple food for a large part of the world’s population.
Examples
  • Rice is often served as a side dish in many cultures.
  • Sushi is made with sticky rice.
  • Some people enjoy rice pudding for dessert.
Meaning
It is the seed of the grass species Oryza sativa or Oryza glaberrima, commonly cultivated as an important food crop.
Synonyms
  • Grain
  • Cereal
  • Carbohydrate