granola

noun

gra·​no·​la grə-ˈnō-lə How to pronounce granola (audio)
: 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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The 16-year-old Colorado company now leads the granola category. Brooks Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2025 There was the breakfast, dominated by crepe-like Icelandic pancakes and massive bowls of Skyr, Iceland’s wonderfully acidic and protein-loaded yogurt, piled generously with granola and fruit. Grayson Haver Currin, Outside Online, 11 Apr. 2025 The breakfasts were typically sweet—think muffins, scones, parfaits, or granola. Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 May 2025 Besides, the almond butter will flesh out the nutritional profile by contributing some protein and healthy fats, while the crunchy granola will enhance the texture. Caroline Tien, SELF, 29 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for granola

Word History

Etymology

from Granola, a trademark

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of granola was in 1970

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“Granola.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granola. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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granola

noun
gra·​no·​la grə-ˈnō-lə How to pronounce granola (audio)
: a mixture of oats and other ingredients (as brown sugar, raisins, coconut, or nuts) that is eaten especially for breakfast or as a snack
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