rolled oats

plural noun

1. oats that are hulled and steamed, then flattened by rollers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rolled oats¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

When you’re ready for breakfast, blend the roasted apples with a scoop of rolled oats, a spoonful of yogurt, a pour of almond milk, and more cinnamon.

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Instant oats are digested more quickly compared with rolled oats due to the way they're milled.

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As Newberry Magazine later put it, "She returned from New York with apricots, almonds, rolled oats, currants, honey—And Dixie cups. Lots of Dixie cups."

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It was a mix of dried, rolled oats, a splash of cream and warm spices.

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Same goes for our rolled oats, which is why we love them and think you will too.

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