white rice

noun

: rice from which the hull and bran have been removed by milling

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Without using wheat, rye, barley, couscous, bulgur, and other crossbreeds of those grains, gluten-free pasta can be made from brown rice, white rice, corn, legumes, quinoa, edamame, lentils, or beans. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025 Brown rice is a nutritious whole grain, with a solid amount of fiber and minerals, whereas white rice has lower nutrient content but is easier to digest. Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 2 June 2025 Living Better There's a secret superfood in white rice and pasta: Here's how to unlock it And remember, the healthiest foods — like fruits and vegetables — often don't come with a barcode. Maria Godoy, NPR, 26 May 2025 This layer is removed during the milling process to produce white rice. Merve Ceylan, Health, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for white rice

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of white rice was in 1916

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“White rice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20rice. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

white rice

noun
: rice from which outer covering and seed coat have been removed

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