granola

noun

gra·no·la | \ grə-ˈnō-lə

Definition of granola

: a mixture typically of rolled oats and various added ingredients (such as brown sugar, raisins, coconut, and nuts) that is eaten especially for breakfast or as a snack

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Recent Examples on the Web Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market also donated items, which included oranges, bananas and granola bars. — Alex Kushel, sun-sentinel.com, "They brought bikes, trikes and pups to raise $14K for cancer research," 18 Feb. 2021 At the door, a man handed him a bottle of water and a brown paper bag containing a bologna and cheese sandwich on white bread, an apple, granola bars and a candy cane. — Washington Post, "On a covid Christmas, a new routine for feeding the homeless," 25 Dec. 2020 Each of these meals comes with a bottle of water, fresh fruit and a granola bar. — Giulia Heyward And Ralph Ellis, CNN, "A 5th grader wants to deliver 100,000 meals to people in need before Thanksgiving Day," 23 Nov. 2020 Take a pass on the sweet granola and reach for this savory mix of whole grains, nuts and crispy chickpeas. Curried Pumpkin Seeds. — Washington Post, "Going on a hike? Take these protein-packed snacks for fuel on the way.," 19 Oct. 2020 The sergeant walked over to a vending machine and returned with a granola bar. — David Hernandez, San Diego Union-Tribune, "Many say de-escalation is the way to reduce police-involved shootings, but what does it look like?," 19 Sep. 2020 In just the past few weeks, he's documented the process of making homemade granola and embarked with Breckenridge upon a thrilling (virtual) sourdough-making journey. — Andrea Park, Marie Claire, "Martin Henderson Isn't Just Jack From 'Virgin River'," 18 Dec. 2020 Fang donates 80 percent of her company’s profits to those in need, so any do-gooder with a sweet tooth will fall in love with her homemade breads, spreads and granola! — NBC News, "10 women-owned businesses Know Your Value loves this holiday season," 16 Dec. 2020 In fact, her most recent look is actually from the granola-chic retailer. — Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, "Taylor Swift Wore the Coziest Free People Sweater At the 2020 American Music Awards And You Can Buy It Now," 25 Nov. 2020

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granola

noun

English Language Learners Definition of granola

chiefly US : a mixture of oats and other ingredients (such as brown sugar, raisins, coconut, or nuts) that is eaten especially for breakfast or as a snack

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granola

noun

gra·no·la | \ grə-ˈnō-lə