sesame seed

/ˌsɛsəmi sid/
/ˈsɛsəmi sid/
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Other forms: sesame seeds

Definitions of sesame seed
  1. noun
    small oval seeds of the sesame plant
    synonyms: benniseed
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    type of:
    flavorer, flavoring, flavourer, flavouring, seasoner, seasoning
    something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts
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