whole wheat

adjective

: made of ground entire wheat kernels

Examples of whole wheat in a Sentence

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Whole grains: Include whole grains, such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread, on your plate, which provide essential nutrients and fiber, aiding in sustained energy levels and reducing hunger between meals. Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2024 Pastry 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds 2/3 cup (80 g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120 g) whole wheat flour 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1 stick unsalted butter, cold and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 large egg (kept cold) 2 teaspoons water Put a small pan or skillet over medium heat. Martin Sorge, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2024 Canned kippers can enhance a flavorful breakfast, served with eggs and whole wheat toast, or they can be eaten straight out of the can for a quick and easy protein-rich snack. Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Health, 9 Sep. 2024 Bread Whole-grain breads, which include whole wheat bread, retain the bran, germ, and endosperm in the grains used to make them. Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for whole wheat 

Word History

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of whole wheat was in 1804

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“Whole wheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whole%20wheat. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

whole wheat

adjective
: made from or containing wheat kernels that were ground in their entirety
whole wheat bread

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