whole wheat

American  

[hohl weet, hweet] / ˈhoʊl ˈwit, ˈʰwit /

Rarely wholewheat or whole-wheat

noun

1. Usually whole wheat the complete kernel of wheat, including all of the germ and bran.

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adjective

1. prepared using the complete wheat kernel.

whole-wheat British  

adjective

1. Also called (esp in Britain and certain other countries): wholemeal.  (of flour, bread, etc) made from the entire wheat kernel

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Etymology

Origin of whole wheat

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

For the carb factor, a simple water cracker or a whole wheat cracker plus a more seasoned, flavorful bread like a crostini or Triscuit will add a nice variety.

From Salon

“There was a sandwich that was named Richard Kind, it was tuna fish on toasted whole wheat with a thick slab of onion.”

From Los Angeles Times

A loaf of whole wheat bread, for instance, can be classified as either a category 2 or a category 4 food, depending on the production method.

From Salon

For bread enthusiasts, stock up on yeast, bread flour and possibly some rye or whole wheat flour for variety.

From Salon

He also calls for olive oil, which has less unhealthy saturated fat than the traditional butter, and whole wheat pasta to inject more fiber into the meal.

From Seattle Times