Definition

Noun: - The embryo of the wheat kernel: This is the reproductive part of the wheat seed that is capable of developing into a new plant. It is a concentrated source of nutrients. - A nutritional food component: It is the part of the wheat kernel that is typically separated during the milling process to produce white flour but is retained in whole wheat flour. It is valued as a source of vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • For a healthy breakfast, she sprinkles wheat germ on her yogurt.
  • The recipe calls for two tablespoons of wheat germ to boost the fiber content.
  • During milling, the wheat germ is often removed to extend the flour's shelf life.

Advanced Usage

• "toasted wheat germ": Wheat germ that has been lightly browned by heating, which enhances its nutty flavor.
  • Toasted wheat germ adds a delicious crunch to fruit crumbles.

Variants and Related Words

• Wheat germ oil (noun): An oil extracted from wheat germ, often used as a dietary supplement or in skincare products.
  • Wheat germ oil is rich in vitamin E.

Synonyms

• Grain embryo: A more general term for the reproductive part of any cereal grain seed.
• Nutrient core: A descriptive phrase emphasizing its dense nutritional value (though not a direct synonym).

Related Phrases

• "source of vitamins": A common descriptive phrase for wheat germ, highlighting one of its primary nutritional benefits.
  • Nutritionists often recommend wheat germ as a natural source of vitamins.

Noun

1. embryo of the wheat kernel; removed before milling and eaten as a source of vitamins