Meaning of the word tahini in English

What does tahini mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tahini

US /tɑːˈhiː.ni/
UK /tɑːˈhiː.ni/
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Noun

a Middle Eastern paste or sauce made from ground sesame seeds, used in cooking and as a spread.

Example:
Hummus is often made with tahini.
She drizzled some tahini over her falafel.