patent flour

noun

1. a fine grade of flour, consisting chiefly of the inner part of the endosperm.

Example Sentences

Patent flour, for instance, made from the inner part of the grain, is not so rich in ash as whole or cracked wheat.

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I told him that our house had no vacancies, but I could intercede in his behalf in making him an agent for a patent flour-sifter.

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If one half of Joness patent flour be used, no eggs will be required.

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We have already had occasion to pay a passing tribute to the excellence and usefulness of Joness Patent Flour.

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