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Definition of semolina

semolina

/ˌsɛm.əˈliː.nə/
sem · o · li · na
Plural:semolinas
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semolina Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The coarse, purified wheat middlings of durum wheat, primarily used in making pasta, couscous, and various breads.

Example

"Traditional Italian pasta is made using high-quality durum wheat semolina and a little water."

2

British A sweet, cooked pudding made by boiling semolina flour in milk, often served warm with jam or fruit.

Example

"For dessert, the school cafeteria frequently served a warm, comforting bowl of semolina topped with strawberry jam."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Late 18th century: from Italian semolino, diminutive of semola 'bran', which derives from Latin simila 'fine flour'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Semolina. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/semolina
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