Cereal

/ˈsɪəriəl/

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.

From Latin 'cerealis', which means 'of grain'.

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.

granola

A type of cereal made from oats and other ingredients, often baked and sweetened.

muesli

A mixture of rolled oats, nuts, and dried fruit, served with milk or yogurt.

breakfast

The first meal of the day, often including cereal.

Cereal binge

I had a cereal binge last night, finishing off two boxes!

Cereal aficionado

He's a cereal aficionado, always trying new flavors.