"softgrain" meaning in English

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Adjective

Rhymes: -eɪn Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} softgrain (not comparable)
  1. (of bread) Composed of white flour with kibbled grains added for extra texture. Tags: not-comparable Synonyms: soft-grain
    Sense id: en-softgrain-en-adj-1SexivXf Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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