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benne

 

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Noun benne has 1 sense
  1. sesame, benne, benni, benny, Sesamum indicum - East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil
    --1 is a kind of herb, herbaceous plant
    --1 is a member of Sesamum, genus Sesamum
    --1 has parts: sesame seed, benniseed

Definitions from the Web

Benne

Noun

Definition: A tall, annual plant native to Africa, with small edible seeds used as food and oil extraction.

Example Sentence: The farmer grew benne in his garden for its nutritious seeds.

Related Products: Benne Seeds, Benne Oil

Noun

Definition: A name for the sesame seed used in the Southern United States.

Example Sentence: She sprinkled some benne over the salad for added flavor and crunch.

Related Products: Benne Seeds, Sesame Seeds

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