Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

milho

Noun
/ˈmɪl.ʊ/
Definition
Milho is the Portuguese word for corn, a cereal grain that is one of the most widely grown crops in the world.
Examples
  • O milho é um alimento básico em muitas culturas.
  • Eu fiz uma sopa com milho e legumes.
  • O milho é frequentemente utilizado na produção de etanol.
Meaning
In the context of food and agriculture, milho refers to the plant and its edible kernels, which can be consumed in various forms, such as whole, ground into flour, or processed into products like corn syrup.
Synonyms
  • milho amarelo
  • milho doce
  • cereal