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The Definition of Grain

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Definition: Grain is the seed of various types of grasses or plants used for feed. Grain for horses may include barely, oats, corn, and less often sorghum and wheat. Oats and corn are the most common grains feds to horses in North America.
Examples:
We found my horse got too fat when fed grain.

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