Meaning & Definition
noun
A common breakfast food made from processed grains, typically eaten with milk or yogurt.
I like to start my day with a bowl of cereal and fresh fruit.
Any edible grain or grain product, particularly those used for food.
Wheat, oats, and corn are all types of cereal crops.
The plant that produces grains valued for food.
Farmers grow various kinds of cereal to meet food demand.
Etymology
From Latin 'cerealis', which means 'of grain'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cereal killer:
A humorous term for someone who consumes a lot of cereal or enjoys it excessively.
cereal box:
Refers to the packaging for various types of cereal, often adorned with colorful designs.
cereal aisle:
The section in a grocery store where different types of cereal are displayed.
Slang Meanings
Cereal binge
I had a cereal binge last night, finishing off two boxes!
Cereal aficionado
He's a cereal aficionado, always trying new flavors.