Barley
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈbɑɹli/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Barley is a noun meaning A cereal of the species Hordeum vulgare, or its grains, often used as food or to make beer and other malted drinks.
Meaning
A cereal of the species Hordeum vulgare, or its grains, often used as food or to make beer and other malted drinks.
More Meanings
- (Singapore) The seed of Job's tears. (Coix lacryma-jobi)
Word Forms
- barleys
Synonyms for barley
Depending on context, synonyms include barleycorn.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include barleycorn, semolina, wheat, corn, candy, grain.
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