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grains

American  
[greynz] / greɪnz /

noun

(often used with a singular verb)
  1. an iron instrument with barbed prongs, for spearing or harpooning fish.


Etymology

Origin of grains

1895–1900; earlier grainse < Old Norse grein branch, division; compare Swedish gren

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Laboratory research has demonstrated that these compounds can form when icy dust grains containing methanol or blends of carbon dioxide and ammonia are exposed to ultraviolet light or gentle heating.

From Science Daily

Brazil's agriculture ministry published a decree this week ordering the suspension, citing the risk of pests or diseases in cocoa beans coming from the West African nation, claiming its production includes "grains from neighboring countries."

From Barron's

Some prioritize vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats, while others rely more heavily on refined grains, processed foods, and animal-based fats.

From Science Daily

But the movie also features a school for troubled teens that had introduced a healthy-meals program with whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables.

From The Wall Street Journal

The recommendations encourage eating less meat and added sugar and increasing intake of whole grains, legumes, fish, and low fat dairy products.

From Science Daily