jowari

/ˈdʒoʊri/ or /ˈdʒɔːri/; Hindi pronunciation: [ˈdʒoːri]

Definitions

1. noun

A type of millet commonly grown in India, also known as sorghum or great millet.

“The local farmer relies heavily on jowari for his harvest during the monsoon season.”

2. noun

A dish made from jowari grains, often served with vegetables or lentils.

“The traditional recipe for jowari roti includes roasted jowari grains mixed with vegetables and spices.”

Synonyms

  • great millet
  • sorghum

Antonyms

  • barley
  • wheat