Graine

/ɡreɪn/ noun

Definition

An archaic or variant term for grain; seed or small hard particles, especially of cereal crops.

Etymology

From Old French 'graine,' derived from Latin 'granum' (grain or seed), reflecting older spelling conventions still used in historical texts.

Kelly Says

The Latin root 'granum' gives us not just 'grain' and 'graine,' but also 'granule,' 'pomegranate' (apple with grains), and even 'grenade' (a weapon shaped like a grain)!

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