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bran

Main Entry:: bran
Pronunciation:: \ˈbran\
Function:: noun
Etymology:: Middle English, from Anglo-French bren, bran
Date:: 14th century

: the edible broken seed coats of cereal grain separated from the flour or meal by sifting or bolting

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