Rye

/raɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of grain (Secale cereale) that is used for food, animal fodder, and the production of whiskey and bread.

The farmer cultivated rye in the fields to improve soil fertility.

A cereal plant that is used for making rye bread, rye whiskey, and as a forage crop.

She baked a delicious loaf of rye bread for dinner.

The grain obtained from the rye plant, often used as a flour ingredient.

Rye flour has a distinct flavor that enhances the taste of certain baked goods.

A dark brown color that resembles that of rye grain.

He wore a rye-colored jacket that complemented his outfit.

Ryegrass, which is often used as a cover crop or forage.

The livestock grazed on the rye that was planted in the pasture.

Middle English 'rye', from Old English 'ryge', of uncertain origin.

rye bread

Bread made primarily from rye flour, often dense and dark.

rye whiskey

A type of whiskey made from at least 51% rye grain.

barley

A cereal grain used for food, animal feed, and malt for beer.

oats

A cereal plant that yields grains used for food or animal feed.

wheat

A cereal grain that is a staple food worldwide.

Rye as a reference to rye whiskey, often used in drinks.

Let's grab a couple of ryes for the night.

Used to describe something tough or rugged, like rye grass.

He's a rye sort of guy, never backs down from a challenge.