benne

[ben]

benne Definition

a tropical African plant of the sesame family, cultivated for its edible seeds, which are used whole or ground into oil or paste..

Using benne: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "benne" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The benne plant is grown for its seeds.

• Example

  Benne seeds are used in many African dishes.

• Example

  Benne oil is used in cooking and cosmetics.

benne Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for benne

• sesame
• gingelly

Phrases with benne

• benne cake

  the residue left after oil is extracted from benne seeds

  Example

  Benne cake is used as a fertilizer.

• benne seed

  the small, flat, oval seeds of the benne plant, used for food and oil

  Example

  Benne seeds are rich in protein and oil.

• benne oil

  oil extracted from benne seeds, used in cooking and cosmetics

  Example

  Benne oil has a nutty flavor and is high in antioxidants.

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Summary: benne in Brief

'Benne' [ben] is a tropical African plant of the sesame family, grown for its edible seeds. The seeds are used whole or ground into oil or paste, and are a staple in many African dishes. 'Benne' extends into phrases like 'benne cake,' the residue left after oil extraction, and 'benne oil,' used in cooking and cosmetics.