In the context,' grain' was refering to cereals as a whole. something like that : '' in pots were kept grain/grains, as well as liquids''. Some time ago I encountered a similar exemple regarding the word 'root (s)' .Both forms were considered correct and I would like to know if my exemple is much the same .
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In the context,' grain' was refering to cereals as a whole. something like that : '' in pots were kept grain/grains, as well as liquids''. Some time ago I encountered a similar ex[STRIKE]e[/STRIKE]ample regarding the word 'root (s)' .Both forms were considered correct and I would like to know if my exemple is much the same.
In those contexts, I'd expect 'grain' (uncountable) and 'roots' (plural). 'Grains' is possible if we are emphasising that various different kinds (wheat, bearley, rye, etc) are being kept. I don't see a context for 'root'. As far as I know, 'root' is always countable.