spelt

Meanings

• Noun

  A grain, especially of wheat, that has been harvested and threshed.

  - "The farmer sold sacks of freshly spelt grain at the market."
  - "Spelt bread is known for its nutty flavor and high nutritional value."

• Verb

  To thresh or separate the grain from the husk.

  - "The farmers spent long hours spelt-ing their wheat fields."
  - "The old mill had been used for spelt-ing grain for generations."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈspɛlt/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈspɛlt/
   
   
   
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3. /ˈspɛlt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

comprise , forebode , mean , signify , relieve

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with spelt
dealt , healt , mealt , realt , sealed , veiled

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Variants

List of all variants of spelt that leads to same result
spelt , spelts , spell

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Etymology

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Old English speltan, from spelt 'spelt grain'. Related to spilta 'split'.

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Trivia

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1. Spelt was one of the earliest cultivated grains in Europe.

2. Spelt bread was a staple food in medieval Europe.

3. Spelt is richer in nutrients than modern wheat varieties.

4. Spelt is sometimes called 'farro' in Italy and 'dinkel' in Germany.

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Related Concepts

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1. Wheat: Spelt is a type of wheat. It is closely related to modern wheat varieties but has a higher nutritional value and a more complex flavor.

2. Threshing: The process of separating the grain from the husk, which is necessary for food production. Spelt is typically threshed using a flail or a threshing machine.

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Culture

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Spelt is an ancient type of wheat that has been cultivated for over 5,000 years. It was a staple food in Europe before the introduction of modern wheat varieties. Spelt is often used in traditional breads, pastas, and porridges. It has a nutty flavor and is rich in nutrients like fiber, protein, and various minerals.

How to Memorize "spelt"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a grain of wheat being threshed and separated from its husk. Visualize the golden spelt grain being collected and stored for later use.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'spelt' with 'threshed grain'. Imagine a farmer in a field, threshing his wheat and collecting the spelt grain.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Spelt is threshed grain' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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