malt
nounUK /mɔːlt/
US /mɔːlt/
Grain, like barley, that has been soaked and dried so it can be used to make drinks and food.
The brewery uses malt to make its beer.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A sweet powder or extract made from malted grain, often used in drinks and baking.
She added a spoonful of malt to the milkshake.
3. A drink made by mixing malt powder with milk or water.
He ordered a chocolate malt at the diner.
4. To soak grain in water and then dry it so it sprouts.
They malt the barley before brewing.