BusinessAugust 16, 2026
parboiled
par-BOYLD
Definition
Refers to rice that has been partially boiled in the husk before milling, which helps retain more nutrients and alters the cooking characteristics of the grain.
Etymology
The word is a combination of 'par-' (meaning 'partially' or 'thoroughly,' from Latin 'per-') and 'boiled' (from the verb 'to boil,' rooted in the Latin 'bullire' meaning 'to bubble').
In the news
In this article, the term describes a specific type of imported rice that is frequently intercepted by Customs officials, highlighting the tension between illicit imports and the protection of domestic agricultural products.
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