Benne

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Benne

Benne (pronounced /ˈbɛni/) is a term often used in the Southern United States to refer to sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum). The term is derived from the West African word benni, meaning sesame.

Etymology

The word benne is believed to have originated from the West African language, Bantu. It was brought to the United States during the transatlantic slave trade, and has since been incorporated into the Southern American English lexicon.

Related Terms

  • Sesame: A flowering plant in the genus Sesamum, also known as benne. Numerous wild relatives occur in Africa and a smaller number in India.
  • Sesamum indicum: The scientific name for the sesame plant, which produces the seeds known as benne in the Southern United States.
  • Sesame oil: An edible vegetable oil derived from sesame seeds (benne). It is used in a variety of culinary applications.
  • Sesame seed: The seed of the sesame plant (Sesamum indicum), also known as benne in the Southern United States.

Pronunciation

The term benne is pronounced as /ˈbɛni/.

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