whole-grain

[hohl-greyn]

adjective

of or being natural or unprocessed grain containing the germ and bran.

Origin of whole-grain

First recorded in 1955–60

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Contemporary Examples of whole-grain

Ideal Meal: Edamame and pomegranate seeds (wonderful for energy), paired with a whole-grain English muffin.
6 Snacks to Eat for Your Workout
Divya Gugnani
August 15, 2010

Historical Examples of whole-grain

The whole-grain preparations furnish the best food for the bones.
First Book in Physiology and Hygiene
J.H. Kellogg