tahini

noun

ta·​hi·​ni tə-ˈhē-nē How to pronounce tahini (audio)
tä-
: a smooth paste of sesame seeds

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But the chickpea falafel — paired with tahini dip — makes Phoenician Kabob stand out, its crisp outer crust and fluffy-soft inner texture combining into an irresistible snack. Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 21 Aug. 2025 Edamame and chickpeas are full of protein, while tahini (made from sesame seeds) contributes iron and healthy fats and may support heart health.5 5. Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 19 Aug. 2025 Gentle sweetness shares space with the nuttiness of the pistachios and tahini. Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2025 Basil chicken stir-fry, crispy rice salad with spicy tahini dressing, and every other recipe from our Feel-Good Food Plan. Kelsey Jane Youngman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for tahini

Word History

Etymology

Arabic dialect ṭaḥīna, from ṭaḥana to grind

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tahini was in 1950

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“Tahini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tahini. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.

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