Middle

staple

/ˈsteɪpl/

sta · ple ˈsteɪ · pl

English Definition

n. main product, basic food; adj. basic

中文释义

主食，主要产品，基本的

Significado en Español

alimento básico, producto principal

한국어 뜻

주식, 주요 상품

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

lương thực chính, sản phẩm chủ lực

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staple(primary goods)

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “staple” as used in the sentence. Rice is a staple in many Asian countries, serving as a fundamental part of meals consumed daily.

A Luxury
B Common
C Binding
D Rare

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B — Common. “staple” means n. main product, basic food; adj. basic

Common questions about “staple”

What does “staple” mean?

staple — n. main product, basic food; adj. basic. In Chinese: 主食，主要产品，基本的.

How do you pronounce “staple”?

staple is pronounced /ˈsteɪpl/. It breaks into 2 syllables: sta · ple.

Is “staple” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. staple appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “staple”?

staple(primary goods)

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Mastered: 0 / 672 (0%)

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staple

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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