tahini

noun

ta·​hi·​ni tə-ˈhē-nē 

tä-

: a smooth paste of sesame seeds

Examples of tahini in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That includes being commonly sprinkled on rice and noodle dishes, and tahini – a creamy sesame seed paste – serves as the foundation for foods like hummus, baba ghanoush, salad dressings, sauces and many desserts. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Our version also adds tahini for nutty flavor and an extra-silky texture. — Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Aug. 2026

In a large bowl, whisk together the tahini, sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, garlic powder, ginger, and a pinch of salt. — ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026

This year’s menu featured poached salmon, asparagus and a citrus salad with lemon-tahini dressing. — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 30 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Arabic dialect ṭaḥīna, from ṭaḥana to grind

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tahini

• acini
• aldine
• amine
• arsine
• carinii
• cosine
• delphine
• domine
• latine
• ovine
• pennine
• porcine