The Open Dictionary

rye

noun

UK/raɪ/
US/raɪ/

Definitions of rye noun

  1. Uncountable

    A type of grain whose seeds are used to make flour, whiskey, or animal feed.

    • Rye bread is a type of bread made with rye flour.

    • Farmers grow rye as feed for their livestock.

    • This year's rye harvest is much larger than last year's.

  2. Uncountable

    Whiskey made from rye grain.

    • He ordered a rye whiskey with ice.

    • Rye whiskey is known for its distinctive spicy flavor.

    • This bar offers a variety of different rye whiskies.