blet
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /blɛt/
KK: /blɛt/
noun
Definition
A term used to refer to a type of wheat.
Example
The farmer decided to plant blet this season for a better yield.
Conversation
Have you ever tried making bread with blet?
No, I haven't! What is it like?
It's actually pretty interesting; it gives the bread a unique flavor.
I should give it a shot then, sounds delicious!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
grain
cereal
crop
Antonyms
weed
pest
blight
verb
Definition
To undergo a process where certain fruits become soft and sweet after overripening, often due to fermentation.
Example
The pears will blet if left on the tree too long, making them sweeter and softer.
Tense Forms
Past: bletted
Past Participle: bletted
Conversation
Have you ever tried to blet a pear?
No, I haven't even heard of that before!
It's when the fruit gets really soft and sweet, almost fermented.
Root Explanation
The word 'blet' originates from Old French 'bleter', meaning to become overripe or to rot. It specifically refers to the process of fruit becoming soft and mushy as it ripens beyond its ideal state.
Memory Tip
Think of fruit that has become too ripe and is starting to rot — that's what 'blet' means.
Visually Confused Words
bluet
blest
blent
bleat
let
bet
tublet
tablet