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Barley Definition & Meaning

barley
noun
  1. a grain of barley
  2. cultivated since prehistoric times; grown for forage and grain

"Barley" in song lyrics

See how barley is used in real songs:

  • "I'm bumpin Bob Marley, sippin hobbs and barley"
    J Wells f/ J-Ro, KB I Mean, Method Man — It Don't Stop
  • "Make bread out of wheat and barley"
    Masta Ace & Edo G — Over There
  • "A cotton fit not barley"
    Mortisabstract

Usage tips for "barley"

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Frequently asked questions

What does barley mean?
a grain of barley cultivated since prehistoric times; grown for forage and grain
What part of speech is barley?
Barley is a noun.
How many definitions does barley have?
Barley has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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