whole wheat

adjective

: made of ground entire wheat kernels

Examples of whole wheat in a Sentence

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Fiber from whole wheat and other whole grains has been shown to help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Lindsey Desoto, Health, 16 Sep. 2025 In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder and cinnamon, then mix this into your butter mixture. Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 12 Sep. 2025 Pizzas come on gluten-free, whole wheat and white crusts. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025 For something different, serve them with grits for a warm, comforting dish or tuck them between whole wheat bread for a leftovers sandwich. Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for whole wheat

Word History

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of whole wheat was in 1804

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“Whole wheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whole%20wheat. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

whole wheat

adjective
: made from or containing wheat kernels that were ground in their entirety
whole wheat bread

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