Bran

Pronunciation: /bræn/

Definitions of bran

noun the outer husk of cereal grain, separated from the flour or meal by sifting or grinding

Example Sentences

A1 I like to eat bran flakes for breakfast.

A2 Bran is a good source of fiber.

B1 Adding bran to your diet can help improve digestion.

B2 Many people use bran as a natural way to regulate their bowel movements.

C1 Bran muffins are a delicious and healthy snack option.

C2 The bran in whole grains provides essential nutrients for a balanced diet.

Examples of bran in a Sentence

formal Bran is a type of cereal made from the outer layer of grains.

informal I like to sprinkle bran on top of my yogurt for added fiber.

slang Hey, pass me some of that bran cereal, will ya?

figurative The bran of society, the working class, often goes unnoticed and underappreciated.

Grammatical Forms of bran

• past tense: branned
• plural: brans
• comparative: branner
• superlative: brannest
• present tense: bran
• future tense: will bran
• perfect tense: have bran
• continuous tense: is branning
• singular: bran
• positive degree: bran
• infinitive: to bran
• gerund: branning
• participle: branned

Origin and Evolution of bran

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'bran' originated from the Old English word 'brosn', which meant 'husk of corn or other seed'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'bran' has come to specifically refer to the outer layer of a cereal grain that is removed during the milling process. It is commonly used as a dietary fiber in food products.