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

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So, leave the appetizers and desserts at home and opt for something the host can set aside and enjoy for days to come, like a homemade container of granola or your all-time favorite coffee beans. Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2024 The brand excels in earthy neutrals that don’t feel crunchy granola and remain elevated. Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 30 Nov. 2024 These granolas are not only delicious but also protein-rich and vegan, made with high-quality organic nuts and seeds and naturally sweetened with Medjool dates. Taryn White, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024 Add the honey to granola for a tantalizing edge, and use the syrup to brush atop cakes or amp up a cocktail. Megan Zhang, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for granola 

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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“Granola.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granola. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

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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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