secale

/ˈsɛkəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of grasses, including the common wheat and rye.

“The agronomist studied the different species of secale to improve crop yields.”

2. noun

A plant of the genus Secale, especially the common wheat (Secale cereale).

“The farmer harvested the secale in his field to make bread and other baked goods.”

Synonyms

  • rye
  • wheat

Antonyms

  • barley
  • oats