wheat bread

noun

: a bread made of a combination of white and whole wheat flours as distinguished from bread made entirely of white or whole wheat flour

Examples of wheat bread in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But as of Monday morning, the website for Ralph’s showed a loaf of wheat bread boasting 30 calories per serving on the front, while the nutritional label said each slice had 50 calories. Marisa Gerber, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2024 Start with fiber-rich foods like vegetables, fruits (especially pears, grapes, prunes, and apples), potatoes, and whole grains like brown rice, oats, or wheat bread. Julia Ries, SELF, 11 Jan. 2024 Bread Options Here are some of our favorite types of bread to use in our old-fashioned stuffing (choose one): white or wheat bread, corn bread, focaccia bread, Italian bread, multigrain bread, and sourdough bread. Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023 The official tasting notes describe a nose with aromas of fresh lumber and honey wheat bread, followed by a palate full of flavors like plum, rhubarb, cocoa powder, cherry, roasted pecans, white chocolate, and clove honey. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2023 Rye also appears to have cholesterol-lowering properties and aids in weight loss compared to whole grain or refined wheat bread. Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 16 Apr. 2023 Brazil nuts, in particular, are high in selenium, which is essential for healthy thyroid function.9 Limit Simple Carbs and Eat More Whole Grains Brown rice, wheat bread, popcorn, and other whole grains provide vitamins, minerals, and fiber that are vital for optimal health. Mary Shomon, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2023 Forever Friendsgiving includes a three- and four-course meal and cheese fondue with special BFFF Dippers including prosciutto, summer sausage, French baguette, pretzel bread, honey wheat bread, and seasonal veggies and fruit along with classic dippers. Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2021 Complete this meal, like some of the others, by having a banana or one slice of whole-wheat bread with a tablespoon of peanut butter. Jackie Lam, Women's Health, 19 Mar. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wheat bread was in the 14th century

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“Wheat bread.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wheat%20bread. Accessed 12 Jun. 2024.

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