soy
noun
the soybean plant or its seeds.
soya
-
a variation of
soy.
Example Sentences
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The loss of American and Canadian grain, maize and soya exports drives global food prices upwards.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026
In 1933, Fortune magazine marveled that Ford was “as much interested in the soya bean as he is in the V-8” engine.
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026
Any milk other than from cows, goats or sheep - such as soya or rice - is not subsidised, according to the scheme's website.
From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2026
Brazil is the world's largest producer of soya beans, a staple crop grown for its protein and an important animal feed.
From BBC ● Nov. 16, 2025
Ma had shown me how to marinate it with soya, garlic, and fermented black bean.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
