Milled: meaning, definitions and examples

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milled

 

[ mษชld ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

food processing

Milled refers to the process of grinding grain into flour. This technique has been used for centuries, allowing for the creation of a wide variety of flours from different grains. The milling process not only produces flour but can also be applied to grinding various other materials into a fine powder or meal. The change in texture resulting from milling can significantly affect the taste and cooking properties of foods.

Synonyms

crushed, ground, pulverized

Examples of usage

  • The wheat was milled to create flour.
  • Milled grains can be used for baking.
  • We milled the spices to enhance their flavor.
Context #2 | Adjective

texture description

Milled can also describe a texture that has been altered by the milling process. It often indicates a fine or refined quality, making it suitable for certain culinary uses. In this context, milled products might be preferred for their smoothness compared to coarser alternatives.

Synonyms

ground, processed, refined

Examples of usage

  • I prefer milled cornmeal for cornbread.
  • The chef recommended using milled flour for the batter.
  • He bought milled spices for better aroma.

Translations

Translations of the word "milled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น moรญdo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ€เคธเคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gemahlen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ digiling

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะผะตะปะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mielony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŒฝใ„ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท moulu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ molido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถฤŸรผtรผlmรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐˆ๋ฆฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุทุญูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mletรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mletรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฃจ็ขŽ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mlet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ malaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑะฝั‚ะฐา›ั‚ะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒฃแƒ›แƒฏแƒแƒ‘แƒ”แƒกแƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daลŸฤฑnma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ molido

Etymology

The term 'milled' comes from the Old English word 'mylen,' which means to mill or grind. This word has its roots in the Proto-Germanic *meldล, which is related to similar words in various Germanic languages, all referring to grinding. The concept of milling has been integral to human civilization, especially with the advent of agriculture. As societies transitioned from foraging to farming, the necessity to process grains became crucial for sustenance. Over the centuries, milling techniques evolved, leading to the development of various milling machines and methods that enhanced efficiency. Today, 'milled' encompasses a wide range of applications beyond just grain processing, including the milling of other products in various industries.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,746, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.