heat-treated grains

noun

UK /hiːt ˈtriːtɪd ɡreɪnz/

US /hiːt ˈtriːtɪd ɡreɪnz/

Grains that have been heated up to make them safe and last longer.

The cereal is made from heat-treated grains so it stays fresh.

SYNONYMS

roasted grains toasted grains processed grains thermally treated grains

RELATED WORDS

cereal flour oatmeal wheat sterilization

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Grains heated to kill germs before being packed.

Heat-treated grains are used in baby food to keep it germ-free.

3. Grains cooked with heat to change their texture or flavor.

The recipe calls for heat-treated grains to give the bread a nutty taste.

4. Grains warmed to remove moisture for storage.

Farmers store heat-treated grains in silos to prevent mold.