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masa

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Noun — Dough made from specially prepared corn, used to make tortillas, tamales, and similar foods.

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fresh masa masa harina wrapped in masa

Etymology

Ultimately from Spanish, describing prepared corn dough; as a Japanese name it is borrowed from separate characters read "masa."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “masa” mean?

The word “masa” means dough made from specially prepared corn, used to make tortillas, tamales, and similar foods. In plain terms, corn-based dough central to Mexican and Central American cooking.

How do you use “masa” in a sentence?

Here is “masa” used in a sentence: “She pressed the masa into thin rounds for fresh tortillas.”

What part of speech is “masa”?

“Masa” is a noun.

Where does the word “masa” come from?

The word “masa” comes from Spanish. Ultimately from Spanish, describing prepared corn dough; as a Japanese name it is borrowed from separate characters read "masa.".

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