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Secale

Secale

1 9.7
A group of grasses like rye grown for grain
  • noun
  • /sɪˈkeɪli/
  • Specialized
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  • The most familiar member of the genus Secale is Secale cereale, known as rye.

Examples

  • The farmer planted Secale in the autumn.

  • Secale is commonly planted in temperate regions for its winter hardiness.

  • Researchers analyzed the genetic diversity of wild Secale populations for crop improvement.

  • Many breads are made from Secale flour.

  • Farmers often cultivate Secale to improve soil health and provide forage for livestock.

  • In many regions, Secale serves as a staple crop due to its resilience in poor soil conditions.

  • Secale is a key ingredient in traditional rye bread, valued for its rich flavor.

Synonyms

genus Secale
vsSecale
  • Specialized
8.1

A group of cereal grasses that includes rye and is grown for its grain

presents the genus as including rye without stressing wide cultivation

Compounds

Secale cereale
  • Specialized
1 8.2

A hardy grain plant grown to make bread and whiskey

genus Secale
  • Specialized
8.1

A group of cereal grasses that includes rye and is grown for its grain

Surface Forms

Secale singular
Secales plural

Etymology

Secale comes from the Latin word for 'rye', so it began simply as the old name for that grain. You can see it in the scientific name Secale cereale, where cereale looks like 'cereal' or 'grain', which helps you remember that Secale means the rye group of grain plants.