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koda

Koda (noun) means a small-grained cereal crop, also called kodo millet, grown for food in parts of South Asia. Example: “Koda porridge is a traditional breakfast in some rural villages.”

noun
1
A small-grained cereal crop, also called kodo millet, grown for food in parts of South Asia.
"Koda porridge is a traditional breakfast in some rural villages."
2
A deciduous tree (Ehretia acuminata) valued for its timber and small edible fruit.
"A row of koda trees lined the old farm track."

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In plain EnglishA type of millet grain; also the name of a particular tree.

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Etymology

From regional South Asian names for the millet crop, also lending its name to the unrelated tree species.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “koda” mean?

The word “koda” means a small-grained cereal crop, also called kodo millet, grown for food in parts of South Asia. In plain terms, a type of millet grain; also the name of a particular tree.

How do you use “koda” in a sentence?

Here is “koda” used in a sentence: “Koda porridge is a traditional breakfast in some rural villages.”

What part of speech is “koda”?

“Koda” is a noun.

How many meanings does “koda” have?

“Koda” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small-grained cereal crop, also called kodo millet, grown for food in parts of South Asia.

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