durra

/ˈdʊrə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of sorghum grain, especially in Africa.

“The villagers relied heavily on durra for their food supply during the harvest season.”

2. noun

A type of long grass or reed, especially in tropical Africa.

“The elephant waded through the dense durra that lined the riverbank.”

Synonyms

  • grass
  • sorghum

Antonyms

  • barren
  • desert