noun
- A grain sorghum native to China and East Asia, used for food and in the production of alcoholic beverages.
Usage: Also spelled kao liang or gaoliang; Common in Chinese and Asian cuisine
Examples
- Kaoliang is a staple crop in northern China.
- The distillery uses kaoliang to produce traditional baijiu.
- Kaoliang flour can be used to make porridge and noodles.
- Farmers in the region have cultivated kaoliang for centuries.
- The grain kaoliang is drought-resistant and grows well in arid climates.