Sesame (Noun)
Meaning
East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Sesame is a commonly cultivated crop in many parts of India, particularly in the southern states.
- The sesame plant is an annual erect herb that can grow up to three feet tall, with white or pale pink flowers.
- India is one of the largest producers of sesame in the world, accounting for over 50% of global production.
- The sesame plant is an important crop in many East Indian households, where its seeds are used to make ghee and oil.
- In traditional Ayurvedic medicine, sesame is used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including arthritis and digestive problems.