cereal
/ˈsɪəriəl/noun★Beginner
informal
A food made from processed grains, often eaten as breakfast with milk or yogurt.
She poured cereal into a bowl and added milk.
He prefers oatmeal over cereal for breakfast.
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Common types include corn flakes, bran flakes, and muesli.
Collocations
cereal boxThe cardboard container that holds the cereal.breakfast cerealA type of cereal typically eaten in the morning.
Synonyms
Related Phrases
cereal killerphrase
A humorous term for someone who eats a lot of cereal.
💡Pro Tip
Common Types
Popular cereals include corn flakes, bran flakes, and granola.
⚡Gold Rule
Nutritional Value
Check the nutritional label for sugar and fiber content.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'cerealis,' meaning 'of grain,' derived from 'Ceres,' the Roman goddess of agriculture.
📝Usage Notes
The term is often used generically for breakfast foods made from grains, even if not technically a cereal.
Word Breakdown
cere-
Related to grain or agriculture
root-al
Forming an adjective or noun
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