Definition

Noun A type of grain sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) characterized by its relatively small, drought-resistant plants that produce large, typically yellow or whitish seeds. It is cultivated primarily for grain and forage.

Usage

This term is used specifically in agricultural and botanical contexts to refer to this particular variety of sorghum. It functions as a compound noun where "milo" specifies the type of "maize" (here used broadly for a cereal grain, not true corn/Zea mays).

Examples

• The farmers planted milo maize because it thrives in arid conditions.
• Milo maize is an important feed grain for livestock in dry regions.
• The large, whitish grains of milo maize are harvested in the fall.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used interchangeably with simply "milo" in agricultural settings.
• It can be specified further by grain color: or .

Variants and Related Words

• Milo: A common shortened form for milo maize.
• Grain sorghum: The broader category to which milo maize belongs.
• Sorghum bicolor: The scientific name for the species.

Synonyms

• Milo
• Grain sorghum (specific variety)
• (Durra group)

Notes

• Milo maize is not true maize (corn). The use of "maize" in the term is historical, reflecting its role as a similar cereal crop.
• It is distinct from other sorghum types like sweet sorghum (used for syrup) and broomcorn (used for brushes).

Noun

1. small drought-resistant sorghums having large yellow or whitish grains