Durum: meaning, definitions and examples
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durum
[ หdสrษm ]
grain type
Durum is a hard variety of wheat that is high in protein and gluten content. It is primarily used to make pasta due to its strong gluten structure, which helps the pasta maintain its shape during cooking. Known for its golden color, durum wheat is often ground into semolina for this purpose. It is also used in the production of couscous and some types of bread, particularly in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Synonyms
hard wheat, semolina wheat.
Examples of usage
- The chef preferred using durum flour for his handmade pasta.
- Durum wheat is essential for making traditional Italian spaghetti.
- Many artisanal bakeries use durum in their bread recipes.
Translations
Translations of the word "durum" in other languages:
๐ต๐น durum
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเฅเคฐเฅเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช Durum
๐ฎ๐ฉ durum
๐บ๐ฆ ะดัััะผ
๐ต๐ฑ durum
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฅใฉใ
๐ซ๐ท durum
๐ช๐ธ durum
๐น๐ท durum
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏูุฑูู
๐จ๐ฟ durum
๐ธ๐ฐ durum
๐จ๐ณ ๆ้ฒๅง
๐ธ๐ฎ durum
๐ฎ๐ธ durum
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดาฏัาฏะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแ แฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ durum
๐ฒ๐ฝ durum
Etymology
The word 'durum' comes from the Latin term 'durum', meaning 'hard', which reflects the strength and texture of this particular type of wheat. Cultivation of durum wheat dates back thousands of years and is believed to have originated in the eastern Mediterranean region. It was a staple in ancient civilizations, particularly among the Romans and Greeks, who recognized its value. Over time, durum wheat spread to various parts of Europe, North Africa, and eventually the Americas. Today, it is one of the most widely grown wheat varieties, particularly in Italy, Canada, and the United States, where it is fundamental to the pasta industry.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,026, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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