muesli

[ myoos-lee, myooz‑ ]

noun

1. a breakfast cereal similar to granola, usually consisting of rolled oats and dried fruit.

muesli

/ ˈmjuːzlɪ /

noun

1. a mixture of rolled oats, nuts, fruit, etc, eaten with milk

Word History and Origins

Origin of muesli¹

Borrowed into English from dialectal German around 1935–40

Word History and Origins

Origin of muesli¹

Swiss German, from German Mus mush, purée + -li, diminutive suffix

Example Sentences

However, most people consume seed oils in larger amounts through processed foods such as biscuits, cakes, chips, muesli bars, muffins, dipping sauces, deep-fried foods, salad dressings and margarines.

From Salon

By the time Schulke hit the Rockies he was begging for muesli, pasta and ice cream.

From Los Angeles Times

Added sugars are found in processed and ultra-processed foods and drinks such as soft drinks, fruits drinks, sports drinks, chocolate and confectionery, flavored yogurt and muesli bars.

From Salon

For breakfast, he requires a selection of six honeys and a special mix of muesli, and to end a meal, a plate of local cheese.

From Seattle Times

And food products such as soft drinks with "no added sugar" and muesli bars fortified with nutrient additives aren't necessarily healthy.

From Salon