Meaning & Definition of word "Flour"

Flour

/flaʊər/

noun:

  • 1. A powder obtained by grinding grain, especially wheat, and used to make bread, cakes, and other baked goods.
    • Example: She sifted the flour before adding it to the mixture.
  • 2. A fine powdery substance made from the grinding of raw grains or seeds.
    • Example: He used corn flour to thicken the sauce.
  • 3. Any powder made by grinding a particular grain or food.
    • Example: The recipe called for coconut flour instead of regular flour.
  • 4. Flour is used as a base ingredient in a variety of dishes.
    • Example: The chef always keeps different types of flour in the pantry to experiment with recipes.

Etymology

Middle English flour, flour, from Old French flaour, from Latin flāvis, meaning 'yellow' or 'pale'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flour power:

The ability to create or achieve something through baking or cooking.

blooming flour:

A term used to describe flour that has risen or expanded, often in baking contexts.

Related Words

baking:

The process of cooking food using dry heat, typically in an oven.

dough:

A mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients that is kneaded into a soft mass.

bread:

A baked food made from flour and water, usually leavened.

Slang Meanings of flour

Meaning: Cocaine (referring to its white powdery appearance).

Example Sentence: He was arrested for possession of flour.

Meaning: A term used in cooking contexts to refer to the act of using flour in a recipe.

Example Sentence: I'm going to flour the pan before baking.