malt
0 antonyms and opposites of malt, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Grain, usually barley, that has been soaked and allowed to sprout before being dried, used in brewing beer and whisky.
How to use malt
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English mealt, ultimately from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "soft" or "melting" — related to the word "melt."
Full origin of malt →Frequently asked questions
What does “malt” mean?
The word “malt” means grain, usually barley, that has been soaked and allowed to sprout before being dried, used in brewing beer and whisky. In plain terms, sprouted, dried grain used to make beer and whisky, or a milkshake made with malted milk powder.
How do you pronounce “malt”?
“Malt” is pronounced molt (/mɔlt/ in IPA).
How do you use “malt” in a sentence?
Here is “malt” used in a sentence: “The brewery imports malt from local farms.”
What part of speech is “malt”?
Depending on how it is used, “malt” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “malt” come from?
The word “malt” comes from Old English. From Old English mealt, ultimately from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "soft" or "melting" — related to the word "melt.".
Is “malt” a common word?
“Malt” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “malt” have?
“Malt” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: grain, usually barley, that has been soaked and allowed to sprout before being dried, used in brewing beer and whisky.