"asham" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} asham (uncountable)
  1. (Caribbean, Jamaica) A dessert made from shelled and parched corn pounded into powder. Wikipedia link: asham Tags: Caribbean, Jamaica, uncountable Categories (topical): Desserts Categories (lifeform): Maize (food)

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