rolled oats
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of rolled oats
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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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."
From Salon ● Sep. 17, 2023
I didn’t feel motivated to improve the situation until, grocery shopping in October, I noticed that giant containers of rolled oats were on sale.
From Slate ● Jan. 2, 2023
Same goes for our rolled oats, which is why we love them and think you will too.
From Salon ● Nov. 12, 2022
Because they’re made with rolled oats, the structure is less stable.
From Washington Post ● May 10, 2022
This is what I eat for breakfast every single day: hot rolled oats with raisins and milk, no sugar.
From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan
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