granola

noun

gra·​no·​la grə-ˈnō-lə How to pronounce granola (audio)
: a mixture typically of rolled oats and various added ingredients (such as brown sugar, raisins, coconut, and nuts) that is eaten especially for breakfast or as a snack

Examples of granola in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Acai bowls include a Cacao Energy with maca root (aka Peruvian ginseng); gluten-free granola, banana and cacao nibs and custard; and a Cold Brew Crave with coffee, coconut, macadamia nuts and strawberry. John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 21 May 2024 Oxo Good Grips Airtight Pop Large Cereal Dispenser, $21 with coupon Store cereal, rice, granola, or other dry foods in this large airtight container with two silicon seals. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 18 May 2024 Post-run yogurt, strawberries, and granola from a fresh batch. Bon Appétit, 3 May 2024 The granola is perfectly crunchy and has a mild sweetness. Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 18 Apr. 2024 But granola can contain low quality oils that cause inflammation, along with loads of sugar. Jessie Shafer, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2024 As for breakfast, guests can dine on fresh fruit, eggs, handmade tortillas, or yogurt and granola in their casita or right on the beach. Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2024 Trail mix and granola also contain at least a few grams of fiber and can satisfy those kinds of cravings. 4. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024 Use your favorite granola for the topping alongside the berries of your choice. Sunset Magazine, 25 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

from Granola, a trademark

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of granola was in 1970

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Cite this Entry

“Granola.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granola. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

granola

noun
gra·​no·​la grə-ˈnō-lə How to pronounce granola (audio)
: a mixture of oats and other ingredients (as brown sugar, raisins, coconut, or nuts) that is eaten especially for breakfast or as a snack
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