The smallest possible quantity or amount of a quality
“In most of these criticisms there is a grain of truth, but collectively they suggest a determination not to be pleased.”
The longitudinal arrangement or pattern of fibres in wood, paper, etc
“The fabric may need to be refolded along the crosswise grain to accommodate the pattern pieces.”
Wheat or any other cultivated cereal used as food
“Meanwhile, the late break is increasing the pressure on grain growers wanting to plant canola.”
A single fruit or seed of a cereal
“Grain flakes or rolled grains are sliced and then flattened between rollers.”
The general mood, character or attitude of something or someone
A small hard particle of a substance such as salt or sand
The surface appearance of a manufactured material or object, or the material used to produce this
A fertilized and ripened ovule, containing an embryonic plant
The intrinsic nature or quality of something, especially abstract, which determines its character
Animal feed
Fine, dry particles produced by the grinding, crushing, or disintegration of a solid substance
A small piece of rock found on the ground
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