semolina

[sem-uh-lee-nuh]

noun

1. a granular, milled product of durum wheat, consisting almost entirely of endosperm particles, used chiefly in the making of pasta.

semolina

/ ˌsɛməˈliːnə /

noun

1. the large hard grains of wheat left after flour has been bolted, used for puddings, soups, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of semolina¹

1790–1800; alteration of Italian semolino, equivalent to semol ( a ) bran (≪ Latin simila flour) + -ino diminutive suffix

Word History and Origins

Origin of semolina¹

C18: from Italian semolino, diminutive of semola bran, from Latin simila very fine wheat flour

Example Sentences

Each pasta — which is made from wheat flour, durum wheat semolina and egg — is rolled thin and shaped like a sunflower.

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"We had tapioca, semolina, treacle sponge pudding, as well as jam roly-poly, cake with icing and sprinkles, chocolate cake and pink custard, and more."

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Some recipes use only three ingredients; even her base version usually uses five, because she likes adding flavor, and semolina flour for a pleasant texture.

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This time, though, the pasta is made with just semolina flour and water, and the only things affecting the shape are the grooves.

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Line another sheet pan with parchment, and sprinkle it with semolina.

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