1. containing or consisting of starch; having a mealy or powdery texture
2. relating to or made from cereal grains or flour
Usage: technical

Examples

• Potatoes and rice are farinaceous foods that provide energy through carbohydrates.
• The baker preferred farinaceous ingredients for making bread and pasta.
• Many farinaceous vegetables become soft and creamy when cooked.
• The diet included plenty of farinaceous foods like oats and barley.
• She avoided farinaceous products while following a low-carb eating plan.
• The farinaceous texture of the cooked quinoa was perfect for the salad.