soya
noun/ˈsɔɪ.ə/
Frequency rank: #16,627 most common English word
Meaning
a plant (or product derived from it) used as a source of protein and oil, common in Asian cuisine.
Example sentence
She added soya sauce to the stir-fry for extra flavour.
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