benni

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Noun benni has 1 sense

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

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Benni

Noun

1. A variety of the sesame plant, Sesamum indicum, native to East Asia, also known as sesame.

Sample sentence: I sprinkle benni seeds on top of my salad for added crunch and flavor.

Adjective

1. Of or relating to the country of Bhutan.

Sample sentence: The traditional attire of Bhutanese people is known for its benni patterns and vibrant colors.

Verb

1. (dialectal) To begin.

Sample sentence: Let's benni the project with a brainstorming session to generate ideas.

Local Term

1. (regional) A term used in certain regions to refer to a friendly and easygoing person.

Sample sentence: John is known as a benni in our neighborhood because he is always ready to lend a helping hand.