semolina

[sɪˈmɒlɪnə]

semolina Definition

  • 1a type of flour made from durum wheat, used in making pasta and bread
  • 2the gritty particles left after the milling of durum wheat, used in puddings and in making couscous

Using semolina: Examples

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

  • Example

    The pasta was made with semolina flour.

  • Example

    Semolina is a common ingredient in Indian desserts.

  • Example

    The couscous was made from semolina.

semolina Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for semolina

  • farina
  • durum flour
  • cream of wheat

Phrases with semolina

  • a sweet dessert made from semolina, milk, sugar, and flavorings

    Example

    My grandmother used to make delicious semolina pudding for us.

  • a type of bread made with semolina flour

    Example

    I love the texture of semolina bread.

  • pasta made with semolina flour

    Example

    The restaurant's homemade semolina pasta was amazing.

Origins of semolina

from Italian 'semolino', diminutive of 'semola', meaning 'bran'

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Summary: semolina in Brief

Semolina [sɪˈmɒlɪnə] is a type of flour made from durum wheat, commonly used in making pasta and bread. It can also refer to the gritty particles left after milling durum wheat, used in puddings and couscous. Semolina is found in dishes like semolina pudding and semolina bread, and is often used in making homemade pasta.