Pronunciation

/wɛəθ/

Definitions

Noun

Wheat (noun): A major cereal grain, especially Triticum aestivum, cultivated worldwide for its edible seed, which is milled to make flour for bread, pasta, and other food products.

Verb

To wheat (not a common verb form; often used metaphorically): Not applicable, as “wheat” is primarily a noun.

Phrases

• “Grow wheat” or “harvest wheat” refers to cultivating and gathering this grain.
• “Hard wheat” and “soft wheat” are varieties distinguished by their end use and texture.
• “Wheat germ” is the nutrient-rich embryo of the wheat kernel.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The farmer’s fields were golden with ripe wheat in the summer sun.”
• Metaphorical Usage: “Her words were as nourishing as a loaf of freshly baked wheat bread.”

Synonyms

• Barley
• Oat
• Rye
• Flour (when referring to the product)
• Grains (collectively)

Note: While “wheat” can be used metaphorically, it’s not a verb in standard English usage. The closest verb related to wheat would be “harvest” or “sow.”