Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cereal
noun
/ˈsɪəriəl/
Definition
Cereal refers to a type of grass cultivated for the edible components of its grain, which is a major food source worldwide.
Examples
- She had a bowl of cereal with milk for breakfast.
- Many people enjoy cereal bars as a healthy snack.
- Oats are a popular type of cereal often used in granola.
Meaning
In common usage, ‘cereal’ often refers to breakfast foods made from processed grains and eaten with milk or yogurt.
Synonyms
- grains
- breakfast food
- oats
- muesli