Cattail Millet (Noun)
Meaning
Tall grass having cattail like spikes; grown in Africa and Asia for its grain and in the United States chiefly for forage; sometimes used in making beer.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cattail millet grows abundantly in warm regions of Africa and Asia where its grain is highly valued.
- Farmers in the United States primarily cultivate cattail millet as a nutritious forage crop for livestock.
- Brewers occasionally use cattail millet in the production of specialty beers that require a distinct flavor profile.
- Cattail millet is a tall grass that features striking cattail-like spikes, making it easily identifiable in the field.
- In some African villages, cattail millet serves as a staple ingredient in traditional porridges and breads.