noun
- A grain sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) widely cultivated in India and Africa for food and fodder.
Usage: Also spelled dhura or durra; Primarily used in agricultural and botanical contexts; Common in South Asian English
Examples
- Dhoora is a staple crop in many parts of India.
- The farmer planted dhoora in the dry season because it requires less water than rice.
- Dhoora flour is used to make traditional breads in South Asia.
- This region has grown dhoora for centuries as a reliable food source.
- Dhoora can be used as animal feed or ground into meal for human consumption.