Meaning & use
cereal
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A grass cultivated for its edible grain, or a breakfast food made from such grain.
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Wheat, rice, and corn are among the world's most widely grown cereals.
He poured himself a bowl of cereal before rushing out the door.
A note on using this word
From Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, reflecting the crop's ancient agricultural importance.
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