noun
- plural of starch; white or colorless substances found in foods like potatoes and bread that provide energy
- plural of starch; substances used to stiffen fabric or clothing
verb
- third person singular present of starch; makes fabric stiff by applying starch
Examples
- Rice and pasta are common starches in many diets.
- The doctor recommended reducing starches to lose weight.
- She bought different starches for her laundry routine.
- My grandmother always starches her tablecloths before dinner parties.
- Complex starches provide longer-lasting energy than simple sugars.
- The dry cleaner starches all the dress shirts.
- Potatoes and corn are excellent sources of starches.