curry
|cur/ry|
🇺🇸
/ˈkɜːri/
🇬🇧
/ˈkʌri/
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Etymology
'curry' originates from Tamil, specifically the word 'kari,' where 'kari' meant 'sauce' or 'relish for rice.'
'kari' transformed into the Portuguese word 'caril,' and eventually became the modern English word 'curry' through colonial influence.
Initially, it meant 'sauce' or 'relish for rice,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a spiced dish.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a dish of meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in an Indian-style sauce of strong spices and typically served with rice.
She made a delicious chicken curry for dinner.
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Verb 1
to prepare or flavor food with a sauce of hot-tasting spices.
He curried the chicken with a blend of spices.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45